North Andover Middle vs Spark Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Andover Middle
North Andover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,023 students
Spark Academy
Lawrence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | North Andover Middle North Andover, Massachusetts | Spark Academy Lawrence, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 300 | #241 of 300 |
| National rank | #2447 of 15,369 | #10119 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,023 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 1,023 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 37% |
| city | North Andover | Lawrence |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Andover Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 38.7).
- •North Andover Middle does better on math proficiency (64% vs 37%).
- •North Andover Middle does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 25%).
- •Spark Academy does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 13.6).
- •North Andover Middle is the larger school with 1,023 students compared with 443.
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 North Andover Middle better than Spark Academy?
On the Success Index (US), North Andover Middle ranks higher (74.5 vs 38.7 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 North Andover Middle and Spark Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between North Andover and Lawrence in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Andover Middle: 1,023. Spark Academy: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Andover Middle and Spark Academy rank in Massachusetts?
North Andover Middle is 105th of 300 and Spark Academy is 241st of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).