Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary serves the northern part of Andover, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 605 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#390 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
59%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry C Sanborn Elementary School, High Plain Elementary School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
605 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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