Serving 25 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Andover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andover Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Andover, ME, covering approximately 57.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andover Elementary School's student population of 25 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
No Child Left Behind
School Rankings
Andover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover Elementary School is 0.28, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Hispanic
12%
4%
White
84%
85%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andover Elementary School's ranking?
Andover Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Andover Elementary School?
25 students attend Andover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Andover Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover Elementary School?
Andover Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Andover Elementary School offer ?
Andover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andover Elementary School part of?
Andover Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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