Serving 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anthon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anthon Elementary School's student population of 54 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthon Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthon Elementary School's ranking?
Anthon Elementary School is ranked #220 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Anthon Elementary School?
54 students attend Anthon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Anthon Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthon Elementary School?
Anthon Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anthon Elementary School offer ?
Anthon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anthon Elementary School part of?
Anthon Elementary School is part of Maple Valley-Anthon Oto Comm School District.
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