Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anson Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anson El's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Anson, TX, covering approximately 266 square miles and typically requiring a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10 miles, with the furthest edge located 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anson Elementary School's student population of 360 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anson 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 Anson Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anson Elementary School's ranking?
Anson Elementary School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Anson Elementary School?
360 students attend Anson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Anson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anson Elementary School?
Anson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anson Elementary School offer ?
Anson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Anson Elementary School part of?
Anson Elementary School is part of Anson Independent School District.
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