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Andover West Middle School

70 Shawsheen Road
Andover, MA 01810
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 493 students in grades 6-8, Andover West Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in MA
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Andover West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Andover West Middle School's student population of 493 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026

School Rankings

Andover West Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover West Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#293 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
63%
42%
62%
44%
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Andover West Middle School's ranking?
Andover West Middle School is ranked #293 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Andover West Middle School?
493 students attend Andover West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Andover West Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover West Middle School?
Andover West Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andover West Middle School offer ?
Andover West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andover West Middle School part of?
Andover West Middle School is part of Andover School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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