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#46 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 3% in state

Bancroft Elementary

Elementary School · Andover

15 Bancroft Street, Andover, MA 01810

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#46 of 1,793

In Andover

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Andover

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Bancroft Elementary

9.3/10

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

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About Bancroft Elementary

Bancroft Elementary is a public elementary school in Andover, MA, part of Andover. Bancroft Elementary serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bancroft Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Bancroft Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,294
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Bancroft Elementary — Students at Bancroft Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (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
77%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
52.8%
ELA
66.5%
2019
Math
61.5%
ELA
67.8%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
66.5%
2022
Math
53.8%
ELA
64.5%
2023
Math
57.7%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
59.3%
2025
Math
67.7%
ELA
65%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Bancroft Elementary Compares

See how Bancroft Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

Location

15 Bancroft Street, Andover, MA 01810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bancroft Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry C Sanborn Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, J Turner Hood (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby North Reading), a more accessible option. For more schools in Andover, see our Andover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover 0.5 mi 7.8
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover 0.6 mi 6.1
ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover 1.1 mi 6.9
SHED CHILDRENS CAMPUS Andover 1.1 mi
Doherty Middle Andover 1.2 mi 9.4
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover 1.4 mi 5.2
South Elementary Andover 1.4 mi 9.0
Andover West Middle Andover 1.9 mi 9.2
Andover High Andover 2.0 mi 8.5
Franklin North Andover 2.7 mi 6.3
Annie L Sargent School North Andover 2.7 mi 7.3
Shawsheen School Andover 3.0 mi 6.5
Atkinson North Andover 3.6 mi 3.2
Anne Bradstreet Early Childhood Center North Andover 3.6 mi 6.2
Henry C Sanborn Elementary Andover 2.7 mi 9.5
West Elementary Andover 3.0 mi 7.3
Kittredge North Andover 3.7 mi 6.7
North Andover Middle North Andover 3.8 mi 6.9
Lawrence High School Lawrence 3.7 mi 3.9
J Turner Hood North Reading 3.5 mi 8.2

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

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Bridge Lexington, MA 9.2
Carlisle School Carlisle, MA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bancroft Elementary

What grades does Bancroft Elementary serve?

Bancroft Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bancroft Elementary?

Bancroft Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bancroft Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bancroft Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bancroft Elementary rank in MA?

Bancroft Elementary ranks #46 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bancroft Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bancroft Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Bancroft Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bancroft Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bancroft Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Bancroft Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bancroft Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

District

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

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