What Billerica Memorial High School does

Billerica Memorial High School (BMHS) is a public high school located at 35 River Street in Billerica, Massachusetts, operating as part of Billerica Public Schools (BPS), a state-funded K-12 district governed by the Billerica School Committee and administered by Superintendent Dr. Kerry Clery, Ed.D. and Assistant Superintendent Lori McDermott. The school delivers college-preparatory academics for grades 9-12, with the broader district spanning preschool through grade 12 across 8 schools serving 4,901 students and reporting a 95% graduation rate. Core offerings include STEM, Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, Special Education, Multilingual Learner programs, athletics, robotics, music, and counseling services. Founded with roots in 1852, BMHS is one of the oldest public high schools in Massachusetts.

The technology stack centers on Google Workspace for Education with Google Classroom, a 1:1 Chromebook program (Dell 3100 legacy and new Dell 3120 devices distributed August 2025), the Follett Aspen Portal for student information management, ClassLink LaunchPad for single sign-on, and Community Pass for program registration. Communication and enrollment funnels run through district newsletters on the Smore platform, Facebook, Twitter/X, and grassroots PTO networks. Vendor relationships with Google, Dell, Follett, ClassLink, and GetCover (Chromebook insurance) anchor the operational platform. Programming extends beyond the school day into Summer Enrichment camps at Marshall Middle School, Summer Reading and STEM Resources, Strength & Conditioning sessions, athletics, and after-school clubs.

Revenue is overwhelmingly derived from local property tax appropriations, Massachusetts state education aid, and federal grants, with education provided tuition-free to all enrolled students. Supplemental fee-based streams include the Summer Enrichment Program ($490 per camper with sibling discounts), Chromebook Insurance ($31.85 annually for Dell 3100 or $76.85 for 4-year Dell 3120 coverage), athletic participation fees (e.g., $140 for cross-country), and Strength & Conditioning Programs ($170-$250 per student). All student meals are provided at no cost through the federal School Nutrition Program. The entity operates as a non-profit government state entity, with no commercial revenue model in the traditional sense.

Name

Billerica Memorial High School

Legal name

Billerica Public Schools

Website

https://billericak12.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2026

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Billerica Memorial High School is a public grades 9-12 high school in Billerica, Massachusetts, part of the Billerica Public Schools district serving 4,901 students across 8 schools. It delivers college-preparatory academics, athletics, arts, and enrichment programs, funded primarily by local taxes and state aid.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Summer School & Extended-Year Academic Catch-Up (EDANAJAH), Academic Enrichment Camps (General Studies) (EDAMALAB), Title I & Compensatory Education Programs (EDAJAGAJ), District Student Services Administration (Special Ed, Counseling, Health) (EDADABAJ)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• K-12 public schools
• STEM curriculum programs
• Extracurricular athletics programs
• College preparatory education

Headquarters

HQ city

North Billerica

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Primary revenue comes from local tax appropriations and state education funding. Education services are provided free of charge to all students.
2. Summer Enrichment Program Fees: Fee-based summer camp program for students pre-K through 7th grade. Tuition is $490 per camper with sibling discounts.
3. Chromebook Insurance: Optional insurance program for school-issued Chromebooks. $31.85 per year for Dell 3100, $76.85 for 4 years for Dell 3120.
4. Athletic and Activity Fees: Fee-based participation in sports (e.g., cross-country at $140) and after-school activities.
5. Federal School Nutrition Program: All breakfast and lunches are provided free to all students, funded through federal programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Billerica Memorial High School provides grades 9-12 public education within Billerica Public Schools, covering college-preparatory academics, STEM, Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, Special Education, and Multilingual Learner programs. The district also offers supplemental programs including summer enrichment camps, athletics, school nutrition, and a 1:1 Chromebook program integrated with Google Classroom. Education is provided free of charge to all enrolled students, with optional fee-based programs for summer camps and athletics.

Product overview

Billerica Memorial High School (BMHS) is a public high school within the Billerica Public Schools district offering comprehensive grades 9-12 education. The school's product portfolio centers on its core educational program supplemented by seasonal offerings including the BMHS Summer Reading Program and BMHS STEM Summer Resources for incoming 8th-12th graders. The broader district also operates the Summer Enrichment Program, a half-day camp for preschool through grade 7 students held at Marshall Middle School. The high school integrates with district-wide systems including Aspen Portal for student information, ClassLink for single sign-on access, and Community Pass for registrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Billerica Memorial High School General Education Comprehensive grades 9-12 public education program offering college-preparatory academics, STEM, Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, athletics, Special Education, and Multilingual Learner programs. Targeted at students residing in Billerica, Massachusetts.
• BMHS Summer Reading Program Summer reading program for students entering grades 8-12, providing reading lists, introductory letters, and reading suggestions in multiple languages.
• BMHS STEM Summer Resources STEM-focused summer academic resources for grades 8-12 covering math and science enrichment materials.
• Summer Enrichment Program Half-day summer camp program held at Marshall Middle School for preschool through 7th grade students, featuring creative activities, sports, coding, and academic readiness. Tuition is $490 per camper with sibling discounts.
• Chromebook Insurance Program Optional insurance program for school-issued Dell Chromebooks, providing accidental damage, spill, and drop coverage. $31.85 per year for Dell 3100 models; $76.85 for 4 years for Dell 3120 models distributed starting August 2025.
• Athletic and Activity Programs Fee-based participation in interscholastic sports (e.g., cross-country at $140) and after-school activities for Billerica Public Schools students.
• Strength and Conditioning Program Fee-based strength and conditioning program for students. Option 1 priced at $250 per student for Class of 2030 and 2031, 8 a.m. to Noon, 6 weeks; Options 2 and 3 priced at $170 per student for 90-minute sessions over 6 weeks.
• Federal School Nutrition Program All breakfasts and lunches provided free to all students across the district, funded through federal school nutrition programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% graduation rate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Billerica Recreation DepartmentminorOthersThe district maintains a relationship with the Billerica Recreation Department for community events and programs. The recreation department shares the district calendar and collaborates on community activities.
• Billerica Council on AgingminorOthersCommunity partner listed on district website for coordination of community resources and services.
• Billerica Athletic Association (BMHAA)minorOthersParent athletic booster organization supporting high school athletics, linked on district athletic pages.
• Billerica Friends of MusicminorOthersCommunity organization supporting music programs in the district, with Facebook presence.
• Billerica Public LibraryminorOthersCommunity partner listed on district website, providing library resources and services to students and families.
• Billerica Town Government (Police, Fire)minorOthersMunicipal partners providing emergency services and coordination with schools on safety drills and community events.
• John Guilfoil Public RelationsminorOthersWebsite design provider for Billerica Public Schools official website.
• Follett (Aspen Portal)coreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system provider for the district. The Aspen Portal is used for grades, attendance, and parent communication.
• ClassLinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationSingle sign-on platform (LaunchPad) used by students to access educational resources and applications.
• Google Workspace for EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationCore educational platform including Google Classroom, used for assignments, submissions, and digital learning across all schools.
• Dell TechnologiesminorOthersChromebook provider. The district issues Dell 3100 and Dell 3120 Chromebooks to students.
• GetCover (Chromebook Insurance)minorOthersPartner for the new Chromebook insurance program offering accidental damage coverage for student devices.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• KIPP Massachusetts: Massachusetts charter school network offering tuition-free public K-12 education as an alternative to district schools. Competes directly for the same family demographic in greater Boston, including Billerica-area families exercising school choice.
• Commonwealth Charter Schools: Massachusetts charter school operator providing K-12 public education as a public school choice option. Draws from the same funding pool and competes for the same suburban families that BMHS serves.

Broad incumbents

• Lowell Public Schools: Larger urban-adjacent MA public school district operating K-12 across a multi-school footprint. Same funding structure (Chapter 70 + local taxes) but materially larger scale, serving as a broader-incumbent benchmark for the Merrimack Valley region.
• Boston Public Schools: Largest MA public school district and statewide incumbent. Operates K-12 public education with far greater scale; relevant as a state-level benchmark for funding dynamics, mandate exposure, and operational structure rather than a direct enrollment competitor.

Direct peers

• Dracut Public Schools: Neighboring MA public school district with similar demographic and enrollment characteristics. Comparable K-12 instructional model, supplemental fee programs, and reliance on local tax and state aid funding.
• Burlington Public Schools: Nearby suburban MA district of comparable enrollment size. Operates K-12 public schools with parallel curricular, athletic, and community engagement structures relevant for benchmarking.
• Tewksbury Public Schools: Adjacent suburban MA district serving a similar middle-income community with K-12 public education. Comparable enrollment scale, funding mix (local property tax + state aid), and supplemental program offering.
• Chelmsford Public Schools: Neighboring suburban Massachusetts public school district of comparable size and demographic profile. Operates K-12 public education with similar mix of academics, athletics, and supplemental programs, making it the closest operational peer to Billerica Public Schools.

Others

• Khan Academy: Free online K-12 instructional platform increasingly used as a supplemental or alternative learning resource. Adjacent to BMHS's Google Classroom-based delivery model and represents the broader digital/home-school competitive vector.
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE): State education agency that sets curriculum standards, administers Chapter 70 funding, and oversees district compliance. Functions as a regulator and upstream counterpart rather than a competitor, but materially shapes BMHS operating parameters.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/BillericaPS
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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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