Serving 246 students in grades 3-5, Anderson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson Elementary serves the southern part of Lufkin, TX, covering an area of approximately 27.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson Elementary School's student population of 246 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#4338 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Anderson Elementary School is ranked #4338 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Anderson Elementary School?
246 students attend Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Anderson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Elementary School?
Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Anderson Elementary School part of?
Anderson Elementary School is part of Lufkin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson Elementary School located?
Anderson Elementary School is located in the Crown Colony neighborhood of Lufkin, TX.
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