Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Anthem School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anthem School's student population of 426 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anthem School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthem School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
74%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthem School's ranking?
Anthem School is ranked #277 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Anthem School often compared to?
Anthem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gavilan Peak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Anthem School?
426 students attend Anthem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Anthem School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthem School?
Anthem School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anthem School offer ?
Anthem School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Anthem School part of?
Anthem School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Anthem School located?
Anthem School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
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