B Top 47%

Leicester High School

Grades 09-12 LEICESTER, MA

Moved down 3 places from 2024 to 2025

#163 State Rank
C- District Grade
964 Main Street, LEICESTER, MA 01524
High Grad Rate 95.7% Active Athletics 20 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
409 Students
94.2% Attendance Rate
54.7 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

46% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 49% 49%
2024 49% 49%
2025 46% 46%

Mathematics

33% Meeting or exceeding expectations

7% exceeding expectations

2023 42% 42%
2024 37% 37%
2025 33% 33%

Science

49% Meeting or exceeding expectations

5% exceeding expectations

2023 45% 45%
2024 47% 47%
2025 49% 49%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 46%1%
2025Mathematics10 33%7%
2025Science10 49%5%
2024English Language Arts10 49%7%
2024Mathematics10 37%11%
2024Science10 47%7%
2023English Language Arts10 49%10%
2023Mathematics10 42%6%
2023Science10 45%8%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

409 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 66.5%
Hispanic 17.8%
Black 7.6%
Multiracial 4.6%
Asian 3.2%

Gender

55.3% Male
44.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.9%
Special Education 13.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 37.7%

Athletics Programs

20 sports programs with 674 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 44 athletes
  • Softball 33 athletes
  • Volleyball 25 athletes
  • Basketball 25 athletes
  • Baseball 21 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 21 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 11 athletes
  • Cross Country 10 athletes
  • Golf 8 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 5 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 203 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 134 athletes
  • Baseball 22 athletes
  • Soccer 21 athletes
  • Cross Country 20 athletes
  • Basketball 16 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 15 athletes
  • Tennis 14 athletes
  • Softball 13 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 13 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.4% Dropout Rate

Attendance

94.2% Attendance Rate
15% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

964 Main Street, LEICESTER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leicester High School's grade rating?

Leicester High School has earned a grade of B, ranked #163 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 47% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Leicester High School?

Approximately 409 students are enrolled at Leicester High School.

How does Leicester High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Leicester High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (46% proficient), Mathematics (33% proficient), Science (49% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Leicester High School offer?

Leicester High School offers 20 athletic programs (10 boys' sports, 10 girls' sports) with approximately 674 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Leicester High School?

Leicester High School has a excellent 95.7% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Leicester High School?

Leicester High School has an attendance rate of 94.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Leicester High School part of?

Leicester High School is part of Leicester School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.