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Billerica


At a glance
147thof 348 Massachusetts districts▼ 9
Better than 57% of Massachusetts districts
365 Boston Rd
Billerica, MA 01821
·(978) 528-7900·All Massachusetts district rankings →
Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 57.8% of districts
8
Schools
4,972
Students
Top rankedJohn F Kennedy182nd of 906 Massachusetts elementary schools
Biggest riser
John F Kennedy up 147 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Locke Middle 10.8 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
4★
3★
Summary:

The Billerica school district in Massachusetts consists of 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district's schools generally perform at or above the state averages on MCAS tests, with several standout institutions like John F. Kennedy Elementary School and Frederick J. Dutile Elementary School significantly exceeding state proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

At the middle school level, Marshall Middle School stands out, with 49.21% of students proficient or better in ELA and 46.25% in Math across all grades, outperforming both the district and state averages. The district's high school, Billerica Memorial High School, maintains a strong 94.1% four-year graduation rate, though its MCAS proficiency rates are more in line with the district and state.

While the majority of Billerica's schools demonstrate consistent high performance, there is some variation in elementary school rankings and proficiency rates, suggesting potential differences in teaching methods, curriculum, or student demographics between the schools. The district also exhibits a range in spending per student, from $17,599 at Billerica Memorial High School to $22,062 at Parker Elementary School, which may contribute to the observed differences in academic outcomes.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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