Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Plain Elementary 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 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Plain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
High Plain Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
High Plain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Plain Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)67%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
48%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 High Plain Elementary School's ranking?
High Plain Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are High Plain Elementary School often compared to?
High Plain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend High Plain Elementary School?
544 students attend High Plain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of High Plain Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Plain Elementary School?
High Plain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does High Plain Elementary School offer ?
High Plain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High Plain Elementary School part of?
High Plain Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2021
Our family loves High Plain! Our children have thrived at this school. The principles, teachers, and staff are all incredible. I feel so fortunate to send my kids to HPE.
2 12/6/2016
The district spends less per student than the state average, while they are one of the wealthiest communities in the entire state with hardworking parents paying significant taxes to live there. Disgraceful.
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