Andover West Middle School

Andover West Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
70 Shawsheen Rd,  Andover, MA
Andover Public Schools
4.1
3.3
493 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rebecca Franks
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24.5%
State Average
7.6%
Science
14.1%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
525:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.5%
Male
47.9%
White
70.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.6%
Hispanic
9.5%
Two or more races
2.1%
Black
1.7%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 12 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
6/2/2015
The school offers a wide variety of sports for all students. They also are very creative in the gym classes and make fitness fun.
4.0 NicheUser
6/2/2015
Middle school is a rough time in a child's life, I feel that the school helped each and every student feel included and part of a bigger community. Motto "Together as a TEAM we will accomplish great things"
4.0 NicheUser
6/2/2015
The teachers at West Middle School truly care about their students and their well being. They are willing to take the time needed to resolve issues and are an huge factor in many students success.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 9 Reviews
2.0 student
3/18/2025
very tiring and draining, tons of homework imo but maybe im just too lazy for it. not very diverse and kids constantly say slurs and discriminatory things. my friend is trans and was bullied for it here, i think she had to move because of it. kids (especially boys) are always screaming and doing ina...
5.0 student
10/17/2024
Incredible and beautifully designed and with a well-rounded motto. West is Best! (Blue Ribbon 2023 School)
5.0 parent
9/21/2023
My daughter had an exceptional time at this school. The teachers were outstanding, nurturing, and provided strong support. She was presented with excellent chances to excel both academically and in extracurricular pursuits.
5.0 parent
2/15/2023
Went in nervous with a kid on an IEP and coming from an Elementary school, but they have been structured, been in regular contact and helped our kid really excel. Very impressed

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Andover West Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Andover, MA and is served by the Andover Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 493 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Andover West Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,147,309. Discover additional schools in the area, like Andover High School, Lawrence High School, Lawrence High School, and more. Learn more about what Andover has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Andover West Middle School.

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