Serving 400 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 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (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 400 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anthem School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthem School is 0.41, 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
#245 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
75%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthem School's ranking?
Anthem School is ranked #245 out of 1,921 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Anthem School?
400 students attend Anthem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Anthem School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthem School?
Anthem School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anthem School part of?
Anthem School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
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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