Leicester Middle School

174 Paxton Street
Leicester, MA 01524
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4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 406 students in grades 5-8, Leicester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Leicester Middle School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
406 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Rankings

Leicester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leicester Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1102 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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32%
42%
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36%
44%
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44%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
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Hispanic
17%
25%
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Black
6%
10%
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White
70%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.48
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leicester Middle School's ranking?
Leicester Middle School is ranked #1102 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Leicester Middle School?
406 students attend Leicester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Leicester Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leicester Middle School?
Leicester Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leicester Middle School offer ?
Leicester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leicester Middle School part of?
Leicester Middle School is part of Leicester School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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