Serving 317 students in grades 6-8, Wood Hill Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wood Hill Middle School serves the northwest part of Andover, MA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 12 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood Hill 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
Wood Hill Middle School's student population of 317 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wood Hill 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 Wood Hill Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#170 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-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 Wood Hill Middle School's ranking?
Wood Hill Middle School is ranked #170 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wood Hill Middle School often compared to?
Wood Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J F Kennedy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wood Hill Middle School?
317 students attend Wood Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wood Hill Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood Hill Middle School?
Wood Hill Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wood Hill Middle School offer ?
Wood Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wood Hill Middle School part of?
Wood Hill Middle School is part of Andover School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school! The teachers are friendly and helpful and the principal Mr. Bucco makes school an awesome place.
5 10/10/2025
wood hill is great so many helpful teachers!!!
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