Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Anderson School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Anderson School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anderson School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson School's ranking?
Anderson School is ranked #91 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Anderson School?
507 students attend Anderson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Anderson School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson School?
Anderson School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anderson School offer ?
Anderson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson School part of?
Anderson School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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