Serving 1,821 students in grades 8-12, Billerica Memorial High School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Billerica Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Billerica Memorial High School's student population of 1,821 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
School Rankings
Billerica Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billerica Memorial High School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#756 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billerica Memorial High School's ranking?
Billerica Memorial High School is ranked #756 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Billerica Memorial High School often compared to?
Billerica Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelmsford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Billerica Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Billerica Memorial High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Billerica Memorial High School?
1,821 students attend Billerica Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Billerica Memorial High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Billerica Memorial High School?
Billerica Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Billerica Memorial High School offer ?
Billerica Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Billerica Memorial High School part of?
Billerica Memorial High School is part of Billerica School District.
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