Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Andover West Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Andover West Middle serves a central area within Andover, MA, covering approximately 8.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andover West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Andover West Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andover West Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover West Middle School is 0.56, 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
#293 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andover West Middle School's ranking?
Andover West Middle School is ranked #293 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Andover West Middle School?
508 students attend Andover West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Andover West Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover West Middle School?
Andover West Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andover West Middle School offer ?
Andover West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andover West Middle School part of?
Andover West Middle School is part of Andover School District.
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