For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,193 students in 01453, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 559 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 01453, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01453, MA are Fall Brook, Leominster Center For Excellence and Johnny Appleseed. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01453 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01453, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01453, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fall Brook
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Decicco Dr
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7745
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7745
Gr: K-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Leominster Center For Excellence
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
236 Lanacaster Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7740
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7740
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Johnny Appleseed
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
845 Main Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7765
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7765
Gr: K-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Leominster High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
122 Granite Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7715
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7715
Gr: 9-12 | 1,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Center For Technical Education Innovation
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 Granite Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7735
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7735
Gr: 9-12 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Samoset School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Decicco Dr
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7725
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7725
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Sky View Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Kennedy Way
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7780
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7780
Gr: 6-8 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Frances Drake School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
95 Viscoloid Ave
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7751
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7751
Gr: K-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Northwest
(Math: 32% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45 Stearns Avenue
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7756
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7756
Gr: 1-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
145 Pleasant Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7704
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7704
Gr: PK | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
236 Lancaster Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7740
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7740
Gr: 10-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
100 Decicco Drive
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7761
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7761
Gr: PK | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
115 Priest Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7761
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-7761
Gr: K | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01453, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01453, MA include Fall Brook, Leominster Center For Excellence and Johnny Appleseed.
How many public schools are located in 01453?
13 public schools are located in 01453.
What percentage of students in 01453 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 01453 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01453?
01453 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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