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#196 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 11% in state

Andover High

High School · Andover

80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, MA 01810

Enrollment

1,682

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#196 of 1,793

In Andover

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Andover

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Andover High

8.5/10

High School in Andover · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Andover High

Andover High is a public high school in Andover, MA, part of Andover. Andover High serves approximately 1,682 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Andover High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Andover High show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation29.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,294
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Andover High — Students at Andover High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 87.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
91%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
85.5%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2023
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2024
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2025
Math
77%
ELA
74%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Andover High Compares

See how Andover High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
89th percentile in MA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
127 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
29.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, MA 01810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Andover High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PHILLIPS ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lawrence High School (rated 3.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), a more accessible option. For more schools in Andover, see our Andover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Andover West Middle Andover 0.2 mi 9.2
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover 0.8 mi 5.2
SHED CHILDRENS CAMPUS Andover 1.0 mi
West Elementary Andover 0.9 mi 7.3
Shawsheen School Andover 1.3 mi 6.5
Doherty Middle Andover 1.0 mi 9.4
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover 1.5 mi 6.1
Henry C Sanborn Elementary Andover 1.6 mi 9.5
THE KATHY HERWARD CHILD CARE CENTER Andover 1.5 mi
Robert Frost Lawrence 2.0 mi 6.7
Frost Middle School Lawrence 2.0 mi 4.0
South Elementary Andover 2.2 mi 9.0
Lawrence High School Lawrence 2.3 mi 3.9
THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover 2.2 mi 7.8
Bancroft Elementary Andover 2.0 mi 9.3
GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence 2.4 mi
Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence 2.6 mi 5.1
South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence 2.6 mi 6.0
Spark Academy Lawrence 2.6 mi 6.7
John Breen School Lawrence 2.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$167,591

Median Home Value

$813,800

Median Rent

$2,046/mo

Population

35,608

College Educated

75.2%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Gr Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical Andover, MA 8.5
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical South Easton, MA 8.5
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston, MA 8.4
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury, MA 8.6
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg, MA 8.6
Sharon High Sharon, MA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andover High

What grades does Andover High serve?

Andover High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Andover High?

Andover High has an enrollment of approximately 1,682 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Andover High?

The student-teacher ratio at Andover High is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Andover High rank in MA?

Andover High ranks #196 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Andover High's MySchoolScout rating?

Andover High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Andover High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Andover High has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Andover High a charter school?

No, Andover High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Andover High a Title I school?

No, Andover High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,682
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
127
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Andover
District Enrollment
5,448
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,294
District Rank
#7 of 10

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