High Plain Elementary

Summary:

High Plain Elementary is a public elementary school in Andover, Massachusetts, serving 527 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. The school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with exceptional academic performance and a diverse student population.

High Plain Elementary's students excel on the MCAS Next Generation assessments, with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the Andover district and the state average. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 65.41% of High Plain Elementary students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 63.58% in the Andover district and 39.17% statewide. The school's performance across different student subgroups is also noteworthy, with high rankings for Asian, Hispanic, and special education students.

Compared to nearby schools, High Plain Elementary outperforms West Elementary and Henry C Sanborn Elementary in the Andover district on most academic metrics. However, schools in the Lawrence and Dracut districts, such as Lawrence Family Development Charter School and Joseph A Campbell Elementary, have significantly lower academic performance, highlighting the disparities in educational outcomes within the region.


Detail:

Public K-5

 333 High Plain Road
       Andover, MA  01810


(978) 247-8600

District: Andover

SchoolDigger Rank:
78th of 916 Massachusetts Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $20,712 Help


Students who attend High Plain Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Wood Hill Middle School
High:    Andover High

Student/teacher ratio:  12.3 Help
Number of students:  544

Racial breakdown:

White:
48.3%
Asian:
27.0%
Hispanic:
13.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details High Plain Elementary ranks better than 91.5% of elementary schools in Massachusetts. It also ranks 3rd among 5 ranked elementary schools in the Andover School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 89.68. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at High Plain Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (48.3%), Asian (27%), Hispanic (13.8%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at High Plain Elementary is 12.3. 3 elementary schools in the Andover School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at High Plain Elementary is $20,712. 3 elementary schools in the Andover School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

High Plain Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks High Plain Elementary 78th of 916 Massachusetts public elementary schools. (See High Plain Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Andover:

SchoolDigger ranks Andover 32nd of 351 Massachusetts school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for High Plain Elementary

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Rank History for all students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 83.74 126th 884 85.7%
2004 85.29 105th 882 88.1%
2005 89.87 44th 887 95.0%
2006 90.39 45th 911 95.1%
2007 87.39 72nd 911 92.1%
2008 92.17 26th 908 97.1%
2009 90.61 40th 909 95.6%
2010 85.80 99th 920 89.2%
2011 86.55 84th 924 90.9%
2012 87.12 79th 930 91.5%
2013 84.42 113th 928 87.8%
2014 85.26 86th 926 90.7%
2015 86.66 80th 914 91.2%
2016 91.37 33rd 932 96.5%
2017 89.64 54th 938 94.2%
2018 90.82 50th 934 94.6%
2019 92.91 23rd 942 97.6%
2021 93.40 38th 936 95.9%
2022 91.47 65th 932 93.0%
2023 88.16 95th 928 89.8%
2024 89.68 78th 916 91.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.04 12th 244 95.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.50 70th 886 92.1%
2019 89.27 39th 896 95.6%
2021 89.73 49th 894 94.5%
2022 90.50 38th 905 95.8%
2023 64.21 191st 703 72.8%
2024 59.30 229th 731 68.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.90 384th 685 43.9%
2019 61.80 221st 700 68.4%
2022 86.23 40th 772 94.8%
2023 87.74 45th 757 94.1%
2024 68.11 169th 760 77.8%
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Rank History for Female students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.80 92nd 893 89.7%
2019 91.28 35th 902 96.1%
2021 92.31 34th 898 96.2%
2022 90.40 65th 901 92.8%
2023 81.74 152nd 887 82.9%
2024 86.08 103rd 886 88.4%
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Rank History for Disabled students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.78 11th 656 98.3%
2019 95.67 12th 665 98.2%
2021 97.80 5th 632 99.2%
2022 79.82 77th 672 88.5%
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Rank History for Male students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.31 24th 898 97.3%
2019 92.91 19th 907 97.9%
2021 92.07 39th 904 95.7%
2022 89.18 73rd 908 92.0%
2023 90.53 58th 896 93.5%
2024 90.65 54th 891 93.9%
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Rank History for Tested In Person students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 93.77 26th 925 97.2%
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Rank History for Tested Remotely students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 96.49 11th 399 97.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 76.24 29th 154 81.2%
2019 77.50 25th 155 83.9%
2021 72.18 41st 141 70.9%
2022 78.20 28th 143 80.4%
2023 63.32 64th 145 55.9%
2024 81.48 21st 152 86.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 62.30 96th 401 76.1%
2023 86.22 29th 420 93.1%
2024 96.94 7th 446 98.4%
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Rank History for White students at High Plain Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.58 84th 772 89.1%
2019 88.86 38th 780 95.1%
2021 92.21 16th 765 97.9%
2022 87.67 52nd 764 93.2%
2023 83.24 91st 762 88.1%
2024 77.34 140th 753 81.4%
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Data source: test scores: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, February 13, 2015

Open Quote I was shocked to read the other rating for HPE from another parent. HPE has been one of the most friendly, helpful & supportive elementary schools. I have 3 children and two of which have been (and completed) K-5 at HPE. My children have had a wonderful experience - as did my husband & I. The leadership at High Plain is a cooperative & caring team. The Principal wants nothing but success out of ALL students and has an open-door policy. She is lively, fun and wants High Plain to be a second-home for its students. The staff is experienced, loving and supportive. High Plain has a diverse population as well as a diverse learning community and everyone is welcome. It is nice to see all the cultures that grace High Plain hallways! Again, I can not speak high enough about HPE. My older children wish they could go back :-) Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Open Quote Very poor leadership. There is no friendliness and the Nurse is terrible. I have never seen such an unfriendly Nurse in the past 15 years. There is no compassion towards younger kids. They expect the kids and the parents to be 100% perfect. There is no room for mistakes. Tough school for the kids. If there is other option i woul dnot recommend this school Close Quote



Enrollment information for High Plain Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 427 6 72 34 0 n/a n/a 0 539
2003 427 6 72 34 0 n/a n/a 0 539
2004 448 4 80 32 1 n/a n/a 0 565
2005 433 4 70 28 0 n/a n/a 0 535
2006 432 5 72 27 1 n/a n/a 4 541
2007 414 4 82 29 0 n/a n/a 4 533
2008 412 3 95 23 0 n/a n/a 3 536
2009 390 4 108 21 0 0 4 0 527
2010 369 5 112 29 1 0 8 0 524
2011 356 4 122 32 1 0 12 0 527
2012 371 7 108 36 1 0 13 0 536
2013 364 11 123 41 1 0 11 0 551
2014 341 11 142 37 1 0 19 0 551
2015 311 15 128 49 1 0 19 0 523
2016 307 16 139 41 2 0 14 0 519
2017 300 14 150 34 0 0 17 0 515
2018 288 13 147 34 0 0 18 0 500
2019 296 18 154 41 1 1 30 1 542
2020 271 24 161 41 0 1 29 0 527
2021 258 23 158 52 0 1 25 0 517
2022 264 18 146 68 1 1 33 0 531
2023 262 17 139 75 1 1 32 0 527
2024 263 21 147 75 0 1 37 0 544

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at High Plain Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 539 n/a n/a 6.5
2003 539 n/a n/a 6.5
2004 565 40.9 13.8 4.8
2005 535 42.8 12.5 4.3
2006 541 43.5 12.4 3.2
2007 533 43.0 12.4 2.6
2008 536 37.8 14.2 4.9
2009 527 39.2 13.4 5.1
2010 524 37.4 14.0 5.3
2011 527 38.8 13.5 7.4
2012 536 40.8 13.1 6.7
2013 551 40.8 13.4 7.4
2014 551 42.8 12.8 6.7
2015 523 42.0 12.4 9
2016 519 42.0 12.3 n/a
2017 515 42.1 12.2 n/a
2018 500 43.3 11.5 n/a
2019 542 41.9 12.9 n/a
2020 527 40.2 13.0 n/a
2021 517 43.9 11.7 n/a
2022 531 46.5 11.4 n/a
2023 527 45.6 11.5 n/a
2024 544 44.1 12.3 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio High Plain Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 539 n/a n/a 6.5
2003 539 n/a n/a 6.5
2004 565 40.9 13.8 4.8
2005 535 42.8 12.5 4.3
2006 541 43.5 12.4 3.2
2007 533 43.0 12.4 2.6
2008 536 37.8 14.2 4.9
2009 527 39.2 13.4 5.1
2010 524 37.4 14.0 5.3
2011 527 38.8 13.5 7.4
2012 536 40.8 13.1 6.7
2013 551 40.8 13.4 7.4
2014 551 42.8 12.8 6.7
2015 523 42.0 12.4 9
2016 519 42.0 12.3 n/a
2017 515 42.1 12.2 n/a
2018 500 43.3 11.5 n/a
2019 542 41.9 12.9 n/a
2020 527 40.2 13.0 n/a
2021 517 43.9 11.7 n/a
2022 531 46.5 11.4 n/a
2023 527 45.6 11.5 n/a
2024 544 44.1 12.3 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for High Plain Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $288 (1.6%) $17,607 (98.4%) $17,896
2020 $301 (1.6%) $18,921 (98.4%) $19,222
2021 $552 (2.7%) $20,160 (97.3%) $20,712

Data source: Massachusetts Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on High Plain Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 23rd of 942 Elementary schoolsRanks 95th of 928 Elementary schools
 7.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (High Plain Elementary)8876.2
 11.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Andover)7767.4
 9.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5643.9
 12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (High Plain Elementary)7361.9
 11.1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Andover)6757.2
 9.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4941
 8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (High Plain Elementary)7756
 21%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Andover)7060.9
 9.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5239.7
 12.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (High Plain Elementary)7862.4
 15.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Andover)7165.8
 5.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4945
 4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (High Plain Elementary)8171.8
 9.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Andover)7470.7
 3.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5243.8
 8.2%
5th Grade Mathematics (High Plain Elementary)7977.7
 1.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Andover)7269.4
 2.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4940.9
 8.2%
5th Grade Science (High Plain Elementary)8275.3
 6.7%
   5th Grade Science (Andover)7970.1
 8.9%
   5th Grade Science (Massachusetts)4841.6
 6.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (High Plain Elementary)8266.9
 15.1%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Andover)7066.8
 3.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5242.3
 9.7%
All Grades Mathematics (High Plain Elementary)7866.9
 11.1%
   All Grades Mathematics (Andover)6764.5
 2.5%
   All Grades Mathematics (Massachusetts)4940.6
 8.4%
All Grades Science (High Plain Elementary)8275.3
 6.7%
   All Grades Science (Andover)7474.2
 0.2%
   All Grades Science (Massachusetts)4741.2
 5.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students542527
 2.8%
African American1817
 5.6%
American Indian11
Asian154139
 9.7%
Hispanic4175
 82.9%
Pacific Islander11
White296262
 11.5%
Two or More Races3032
 6.7%


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Frequently Asked Questions about High Plain Elementary

Yes. High Plain Elementary ranks in the top 8.5% of Massachusetts elementary schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 544 students attended High Plain Elementary.

Students at High Plain Elementary are 48% White, 27% Asian, 14% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 4% African American.

Students who attend High Plain Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Wood Hill Middle School
High : Andover High


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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