Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Plain Elementary 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 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Plain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
High Plain Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Plain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Plain Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1644 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
50%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Plain Elementary School's ranking?
High Plain Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are High Plain Elementary School often compared to?
High Plain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend High Plain Elementary School?
531 students attend High Plain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of High Plain Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Plain Elementary School?
High Plain Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does High Plain Elementary School offer ?
High Plain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is High Plain Elementary School part of?
High Plain Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2021
Our family loves High Plain! Our children have thrived at this school. The principles, teachers, and staff are all incredible. I feel so fortunate to send my kids to HPE.
2 12/6/2016
The district spends less per student than the state average, while they are one of the wealthiest communities in the entire state with hardworking parents paying significant taxes to live there. Disgraceful.
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