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Anchor Academy
School
705 VANDUSER ST, Vanduser, MO 63784
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
UG – UG
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Anchor Academy
Anchor Academy is a all-boys Baptist private school in Vanduser, MO 63784. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades UG – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,833, where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Anchor Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Anchor Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Anchor Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private · Baptist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 705 VANDUSER ST, Vanduser, MO 63784
- Phone
- (573) 471-2900
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
705 VANDUSER ST, Vanduser, MO 63784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anchor Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Sikeston). Another option is KELSO ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Benton). Additionally, SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Sikeston). For more schools in Vanduser, see our Vanduser schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 8.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BELL CITY HIGH Bell City | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BELL CITY ELEM. Bell City | 7.6 mi | 4.0 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sikeston | 9.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SIKESTON HOPE CTR. Sikeston | 9.5 mi | — |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 9.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 10.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 10.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST DENIS SCHOOL Benton | 10.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 10.5 mi | — |
| KELSO ELEM. Benton | 11.0 mi | 8.3 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 11.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 11.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,833
Median Home Value
$64,400
Population
193
College Educated
3.5%
Homeownership
78.8%
Poverty Rate
39.5%
Median Age
39.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Anchor Academy has a median household income of $40,833. It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $64,400. The area has a poverty rate of 39.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin, MO | — |
| CURRENT RIVER SCHOOL Doniphan, MO | — |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia, MO | — |
| EVERETT WADE JUVENILE CTR. Harrisonville, MO | — |
| FUTURE APOSTLE ACADEMY O'Fallon, MO | — |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anchor Academy
What grades does Anchor Academy serve?
Anchor Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Anchor Academy?
Anchor Academy has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anchor Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Anchor Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Anchor Academy a private school?
Yes, Anchor Academy is a private all-boys school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Anchor Academy a religious school?
Anchor Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 9
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- SCOTT
- Phone
- (573) 471-2900
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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