Serving 568 students in grades 1-4, Anderson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson Academy serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within 1.1 miles of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson Academy's student population of 568 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the foundation of all we do in life. It shapes who we are and what we aspire to be.
School Rankings
Anderson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Academy is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5547 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Academy's ranking?
Anderson Academy is ranked #5547 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Anderson Academy often compared to?
Anderson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Anderson Academy?
568 students attend Anderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Anderson Academy students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Academy?
Anderson Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson Academy offer ?
Anderson Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Anderson Academy part of?
Anderson Academy is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson Academy located?
Anderson Academy is located in the Acres Home neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Acres Home.
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