Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henry C Sanborn Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry C Sanborn 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
School Overview
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry C Sanborn Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
58%
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
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 Henry C Sanborn Elementary School's ranking?
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henry C Sanborn Elementary School often compared to?
Henry C Sanborn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School, Bancroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Henry C Sanborn Elementary School?
334 students attend Henry C Sanborn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Henry C Sanborn Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry C Sanborn Elementary School?
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry C Sanborn Elementary School offer ?
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry C Sanborn Elementary School part of?
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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