West Elementary

www.aps1.net

605 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

West Elementary School is a public primary school located at 58 Beacon Street in Andover, Massachusetts. As part of the Andover Public Schools district, it serves a suburban student population and is committed to providing a comprehensive elementary education that fosters both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The school is known for maintaining the high educational standards associated with the Andover community, emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum that includes core subjects, the arts, and character development.

The school operates under the mission of the broader Andover Public Schools system, which focuses on cultivating lifelong learners in a supportive and inclusive environment. By leveraging resources from the district and fostering strong partnerships with parents and the local community, West Elementary aims to provide a safe, engaging space where students can develop the critical thinking skills necessary for future success. For those interested in current events, specific academic programs, or contact information, the school’s official website at http://www.aps1.net serves as a primary resource for families and faculty.

605

Total Students

55.4

Full-Time Teachers

10.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	359
Hispanic	66
Black	36
Asian	109
Two or More	34
American Indian	1

White
359 (59.3%)
Asian
109 (18.0%)
Hispanic
66 (10.9%)
Black
36 (6.0%)
Two or More
34 (5.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Andover
Phone:	(978)247-5300
Website:	http://www.aps1.net
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	605
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	55.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 107

Grade 1 87

Grade 2 110

Grade 3 105

Grade 4 101

Grade 5 95