Serving 627 students in grades 1-4, Anderson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anderson Academy's student population of 627 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anderson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Academy is 0.56, 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
#4711 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
52%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Academy's ranking?
Anderson Academy is ranked #4711 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Anderson Academy often compared to?
Anderson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Anderson Academy?
627 students attend Anderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Anderson Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson Academy?
Anderson Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson Academy offer ?
Anderson Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Anderson Academy part of?
Anderson Academy is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson Academy located?
Anderson Academy is located in the Acres Home neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Acres Home.
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