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Best Schools in Anthony, Texas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
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Choosing a school in Anthony?

Use this page to compare every school in Anthony by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Anthony Middle

8.2/10

Middle · Anthony ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Anthony H S

7.1/10

High · Anthony ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Anthony EL

4.8/10

Elementary · Anthony ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Anthony for 2026 are Anthony Middle (8.2/10), Anthony H S (7.1/10), and Anthony EL (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.7

out of 10

Median Home

$135,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Anthony Middle

STAAR proficiency rose +8.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Anthony schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Anthony

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Anthony Middle 8.2 / 10
2 Anthony H S 7.1 / 10
3 Anthony EL 4.8 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$58,171

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$135,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
12%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Anthony compares

Texas rank

#289 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$58k

78% of Texas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Anthony, Texas

Anthony, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Anthony show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Anthony is Anthony Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Anthony is served by 1 school district: ANTHONY ISD. These districts collectively serve 752 students.

Anthony's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,171. The poverty rate in the area is 16.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 79821 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 322 students · Pre-K–5th 4.8

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 183 students · 6th–8th 8.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 247 students · 9th–12th 7.1

Schools in Anthony

Anthony, Texas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$58,171

Median Home Value

$135,700

Median Rent

$973/mo

Population

6,550

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Community Profile

Anthony has a median household income of $58,171. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $135,700, with a median rent of $973/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Anthony, Texas

How many schools are in Anthony, Texas?

Anthony has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Anthony, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Anthony is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Anthony, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Anthony on MySchoolScout is Anthony Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Anthony, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Anthony on MySchoolScout is Anthony EL with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Anthony, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Anthony on MySchoolScout is Anthony Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best high school in Anthony, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Anthony on MySchoolScout is Anthony H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Anthony, Texas?

Anthony is served by 1 school district: Anthony ISD.

What is the education level in Anthony, Texas?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Anthony have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Anthony, Texas?

The median household income in Anthony is approximately $58,171 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Anthony, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Anthony is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Anthony, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.