Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Anthem Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anthem Elementary School serves the northwest part of Florence, AZ, covering an area of approximately 45.4 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 11.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anthem Elementary School's student population of 722 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthem Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthem Elementary School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthem Elementary School's ranking?
Anthem Elementary School is ranked #911 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Anthem Elementary School often compared to?
Anthem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence K-8, Copper Basin, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Anthem Elementary School?
722 students attend Anthem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Anthem Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthem Elementary School?
Anthem Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anthem Elementary School offer ?
Anthem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anthem Elementary School part of?
Anthem Elementary School is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
In what neighborhood is Anthem Elementary School located?
Anthem Elementary School is located in the Anthem at Merrill Ranch neighborhood of Florence, AZ.
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