Serving 170 students in grades 6-8, Anthony Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anthony Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 8 square miles in Anthony, TX, with a typical drive to the school taking 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anthony Middle School's student population of 170 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
170 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthony Middle 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 Anthony Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4615 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcats Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Middle School's ranking?
Anthony Middle School is ranked #4615 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Anthony Middle School?
170 students attend Anthony Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Anthony Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Middle School?
Anthony Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anthony Middle School offer ?
Anthony Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anthony Middle School part of?
Anthony Middle School is part of Anthony Independent School District.
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