Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson Elementary serves the northwest part of Anderson, MO, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 91.5 square miles. Most families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#778 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Anderson Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Anderson Elementary School?
521 students attend Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Anderson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Elementary School?
Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Elementary School part of?
Anderson Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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