Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anderson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anderson Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Anderson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1238 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
51%
23%
Black
18%
7%
White
17%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wichita School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Anderson Elementary School is ranked #1238 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Anderson Elementary School?
477 students attend Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Anderson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Elementary School?
Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Elementary School part of?
Anderson Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Anderson Elementary School located?
Anderson Elementary School is located in the South City neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in South City.
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