Andrew, IA is a small town in southwestern Iowa with a population of just over 1,400 according to the most recent census. Despite its small size, Andrew has an excellent education system that is highly rated by local parents and students. The Andrew-Whittemore Community School District serves both the town and surrounding area, providing a comprehensive educational experience for PreK through 12th grade. The district has two elementary schools, a middle school, and high school. In addition to traditional academic courses, the school offers advanced placement classes as well as a variety of extracurricular activities such as band, choir, robotics teams and athletic programs. The district also prides itself on offering an array of unique educational opportunities such as art appreciation classes and community service learning programs. Education in Andrew is highly valued and rigorously pursued by both students and teachers alike.
Andrew schools spend $15,254 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 19 pupils per teacher, 1,890 students per librarian, and 193 children per counselor.