Andover High School is a secondary school in the town of Andover, Massachusetts, United States. It is the only public high school in the Andover Public Schools district. The school's administration is headed by Jimmy D'andrea, the principal, and is overseen by Superintendent of Schools Magda Parvey.
Serving 1,609 students in grades 9-12, Andover High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Andover High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Andover, MA school district, covering approximately 32.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Andover High School's student population of 1,609 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,609 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andover High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#86 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andover High School's ranking?
Andover High School is ranked #86 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Andover High School often compared to?
Andover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Andover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andover High School?
The graduation rate of Andover High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Andover High School?
1,609 students attend Andover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Andover High School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover High School?
Andover High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andover High School offer ?
Andover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andover High School part of?
Andover High School is part of Andover School District.
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