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#540 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 30% in state

Annie L Sargent School

Elementary School · North Andover

300 Abbott Street, North Andover, MA 01845

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#540 of 1,793

In North Andover

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

North Andover

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Annie L Sargent School

7.3/10

Elementary School in North Andover · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Annie L Sargent School

Annie L Sargent School is a public elementary school in North Andover, MA, part of North Andover. Annie L Sargent School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Annie L Sargent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #540 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Annie L Sargent School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,142
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Annie L Sargent School — Students at Annie L Sargent School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
50.5%
ELA
60.5%
2019
Math
57.5%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
49.8%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
52.3%
ELA
53.5%
2023
Math
52.7%
ELA
53.3%
2024
Math
57.7%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
50.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Annie L Sargent School Compares

See how Annie L Sargent School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

300 Abbott Street, North Andover, MA 01845

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Annie L Sargent School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomson (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Andover), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Andover, see our North Andover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin North Andover 1.1 mi 6.3
Kittredge North Andover 1.8 mi 6.7
Anne Bradstreet Early Childhood Center North Andover 1.8 mi 6.2
Atkinson North Andover 1.8 mi 3.2
North Andover Middle North Andover 1.9 mi 6.9
North Andover High North Andover 2.3 mi 6.7
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover 2.6 mi 7.1
Doherty Middle Andover 2.2 mi 9.4
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover 2.4 mi 6.1
Bancroft Elementary Andover 2.7 mi 9.3
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Andover 2.6 mi 4.5
Thomson North Andover 2.6 mi 7.9
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover 2.5 mi 5.2
SHED CHILDRENS CAMPUS Andover 2.6 mi
Lawrence High School Lawrence 2.7 mi 3.9
THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover 3.2 mi 7.8
South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence 3.0 mi 6.0
Spark Academy Lawrence 3.0 mi 6.7
Andover West Middle Andover 2.8 mi 9.2
ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover 3.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,319

Median Home Value

$670,000

Median Rent

$2,113/mo

Population

31,881

College Educated

60.7%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

38.9

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

School Rating
Bowen Newton Centre, MA 7.3
Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA 7.3
East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA 7.3
Fisher Walpole, MA 7.3
Golden Hill Haverhill, MA 7.3
Grace Farrar Cole Norwell, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Annie L Sargent School

What grades does Annie L Sargent School serve?

Annie L Sargent School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Annie L Sargent School?

Annie L Sargent School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Annie L Sargent School?

The student-teacher ratio at Annie L Sargent School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Annie L Sargent School rank in MA?

Annie L Sargent School ranks #540 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Annie L Sargent School's MySchoolScout rating?

Annie L Sargent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Annie L Sargent School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Annie L Sargent School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Annie L Sargent School a charter school?

No, Annie L Sargent School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Annie L Sargent School a Title I school?

No, Annie L Sargent School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

North Andover
District Enrollment
4,463
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,142
District Rank
#2 of 8

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