Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anthony Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anthony Elementary serves the southern part of the Anthony, KS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 388.7 square miles, with most students residing within a typical driving distance of 20 to 30 minutes from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 18 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Anthony Elementary School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthony Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthony Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Anthony Elementary School?
210 students attend Anthony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Anthony Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Elementary School?
Anthony Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anthony Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anthony Elementary School part of?
Anthony Elementary School is part of Chaparral Schools.
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