Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Anthony Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 58%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anthony Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Anthony Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
93%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Anthony Elementary School often compared to?
Anthony Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillrise Elementary School, Berino Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Anthony Elementary School?
348 students attend Anthony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Anthony Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthony Elementary School?
Anthony Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anthony Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Anthony Elementary School part of?
Anthony Elementary School is part of Gadsden Independent Schools School District.
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