Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Andover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andover Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Andover, CT, covering approximately 15.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andover Elementary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andover Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
85%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Fireball The Red Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andover Elementary School's ranking?
Andover Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Andover Elementary School often compared to?
Andover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hebron Elementary School, Bolton Center School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Andover Elementary School?
239 students attend Andover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Andover Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover Elementary School?
Andover Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andover Elementary School offer ?
Andover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andover Elementary School part of?
Andover Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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