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#804 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 45% in state
Shawsheen School
School · Andover
18 Magnolia Avenue, Andover, MA 01810
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Andover. Learn more
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#804 of 1,793
In Andover
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Andover
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Shawsheen School
Shawsheen School is a public school in Andover, MA, part of Andover. Shawsheen School serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shawsheen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #804 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Shawsheen School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Shawsheen School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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How Shawsheen School Compares
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Location
18 Magnolia Avenue, Andover, MA 01810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shawsheen School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Doherty Middle (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andover West Middle (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Andover High (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Andover, see our Andover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Frost Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Frost Middle School Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Lawrence High School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Andover West Middle Andover | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Andover High Andover | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Spark Academy Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| John Breen School Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| West Elementary Andover | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence | 1.3 mi | — |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST AUGUSTINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Thomson North Andover | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Doherty Middle Andover | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| James F Hennessey Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SHED CHILDRENS CAMPUS Andover | 2.0 mi | — |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shawsheen School
What grades does Shawsheen School serve?
Shawsheen School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Shawsheen School?
Shawsheen School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shawsheen School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shawsheen School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shawsheen School rank in MA?
Shawsheen School ranks #804 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Shawsheen School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shawsheen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shawsheen School a charter school?
No, Shawsheen School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shawsheen School a Title I school?
No, Shawsheen School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 247-8200
Resources & Links
District
Andover- District Enrollment
- 5,448
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,294
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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