Skip to main content

Excellent

#20 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 1% in state

Henry C Sanborn Elementary

Elementary School · Andover

90 Lovejoy Road, Andover, MA 01810

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#20 of 1,793

In Andover

#1 of 11

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Andover

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Henry C Sanborn Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Henry C Sanborn Elementary

9.5/10

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

The Kathy Herward Child Care Center

Nearby

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

West Elementary

7.3/10

1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Henry C Sanborn Elementary

Henry C Sanborn Elementary is a public elementary school in Andover, MA, part of Andover. Henry C Sanborn Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry C Sanborn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Henry C Sanborn Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency75.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+33.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,294
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Henry C Sanborn Elementary — Students at Henry C Sanborn Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.0% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
68.5%
2019
Math
77.3%
ELA
65.3%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57.8%
ELA
65.8%
2022
Math
73.3%
ELA
73.3%
2023
Math
74.7%
ELA
73.3%
2024
Math
76.3%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
75.7%
ELA
72.3%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Henry C Sanborn Elementary Compares

See how Henry C Sanborn Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in MA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

90 Lovejoy Road, Andover, MA 01810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry C Sanborn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, High Plain Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Andover, see our Andover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE KATHY HERWARD CHILD CARE CENTER Andover 0.4 mi
West Elementary Andover 1.6 mi 7.3
Andover High Andover 1.6 mi 8.5
Andover West Middle Andover 1.8 mi 9.2
South Elementary Andover 1.8 mi 9.0
SHED CHILDRENS CAMPUS Andover 2.0 mi
ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover 2.1 mi 5.2
High Plain Elementary Andover 2.3 mi 7.6
Shawsheen School Andover 2.6 mi 6.5
Wood Hill Middle School Andover 2.4 mi 9.2
Robert Frost Lawrence 3.0 mi 6.7
Frost Middle School Lawrence 3.0 mi 4.0
Doherty Middle Andover 2.3 mi 9.4
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover 2.4 mi 6.1
THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover 2.5 mi 7.8
GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence 3.3 mi
Gr Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical Andover 3.5 mi 8.5
Bancroft Elementary Andover 2.7 mi 9.3
John W. Wynn Middle Tewksbury 3.3 mi 6.7
Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence 3.7 mi 5.1

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
Bowman Lexington, MA 9.5
Cambridgeport Cambridge, MA 9.5
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst, MA 9.5
Happy Hollow School Wayland, MA 9.5
John M Tobin Cambridge, MA 9.5
Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre, MA 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry C Sanborn Elementary

What grades does Henry C Sanborn Elementary serve?

Henry C Sanborn Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Henry C Sanborn Elementary?

Henry C Sanborn Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry C Sanborn Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry C Sanborn Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry C Sanborn Elementary rank in MA?

Henry C Sanborn Elementary ranks #20 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Henry C Sanborn Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry C Sanborn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Henry C Sanborn Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry C Sanborn Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry C Sanborn Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Henry C Sanborn Elementary a Title I school?

No, Henry C Sanborn Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

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

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.