Bancroft Elementary vs South Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bancroft Elementary
Andover · Public elementary · Grades K–5
522 students
South Elementary
Andover · Public elementary · Grades K–5
438 students
| Measure | Bancroft Elementary Andover, Massachusetts | South Elementary Andover, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #268 of 1,009 | #86 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #7430 of 50,301 | #1724 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 522 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 75% |
| city | Andover | Andover |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 75.8).
- •South Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 61%).
- •South Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 67%).
- •Bancroft Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.3).
- •Bancroft Elementary is the larger school with 522 students compared with 438.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bancroft Elementary better than South Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary ranks higher (86.8 vs 75.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bancroft Elementary and South Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Andover and Andover in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bancroft Elementary: 522. South Elementary: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bancroft Elementary and South Elementary rank in Massachusetts?
Bancroft Elementary is 268th of 1,009 and South Elementary is 86th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).