Excellent
#1045 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
Anderson-shiro EL
Elementary School · ANDERSON-SHIRO CISD
458 FM 149 W, Anderson, TX 77830
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Anderson
#1 of 2
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#565 of 4,678
In district
#1 of 2
ANDERSON-SHIRO CISD
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Anderson-shiro EL
Anderson-Shiro Elementary serves 460 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Anderson, Texas. With 33 full-time teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.9-to-1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 79th percentile among Texas elementary schools at #1810 out of 8,598 schools statewide.
Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 65% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 48% meet proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Anderson-Shiro Elementary draws from a stable community where families have established roots, reflected in the area's median household income of $103,635 and low poverty rate of 5.8%. The neighborhood shows a strong commitment to education, with 34% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
Home values averaging $304,400 indicate a community invested in long-term stability. Located on FM 149 West, the school serves as an educational cornerstone in this close-knit rural setting in Grimes County, where small-town values meet academic achievement in a supportive learning environment.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Anderson-shiro EL may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Anderson-shiro EL — Students at Anderson-shiro EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Anderson-shiro EL Compares
See how Anderson-shiro EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 58% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 50% (2021).
Location
458 FM 149 W, Anderson, TX 77830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anderson-shiro EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IOLA EL (rated 9.3/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Iola), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST RIDGE (rated 9.2/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby College Station), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPRING CREEK EL (rated 8.4/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby College Station), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Anderson, see our Anderson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANDERSON-SHIRO JR/SR H S Anderson | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| NAVASOTA J H Navasota | 7.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NAVASOTA H S Navasota | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| W B BIZZELL ACADEMY Navasota | 7.9 mi | — |
| JOHN C WEBB EL Navasota | 7.9 mi | 7.5 |
| BRULE EL Navasota | 8.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINT EL Navasota | 10.6 mi | 7.9 |
| RICHARDS H S Richards | 9.7 mi | 8.0 |
| PEBBLE CREEK EL College Station | 16.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COLLEGE STATION College Station | 17.0 mi | — |
| FOREST RIDGE College Station | 16.9 mi | 9.2 |
| IOLA EL Iola | 19.9 mi | 9.3 |
| IOLA H S Iola | 19.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MONTGOMERY H S Montgomery | 17.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GREENS PRAIRIE EL College Station | 17.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PECAN TRAIL INT College Station | 17.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SPRING CREEK EL College Station | 18.1 mi | 8.4 |
| COLLEGE STATION H S College Station | 18.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WELLBORN MIDDLE College Station | 18.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION EL Richardson | 18.4 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,542
Median Home Value
$302,000
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
2,907
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
85.7%
Avg Commute
43 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Anderson-shiro EL has a median household income of $100,542. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $302,000, with a median rent of $1,166/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anderson-shiro EL
What grades does Anderson-shiro EL serve?
Anderson-shiro EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Anderson-shiro EL?
Anderson-shiro EL has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anderson-shiro EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Anderson-shiro EL is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anderson-shiro EL rank in TX?
Anderson-shiro EL is ranked #1045 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Anderson-shiro EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Anderson-shiro EL has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Anderson-shiro EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Anderson-shiro EL has 65.0% math proficiency and 48.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Anderson-shiro EL a charter school?
No, Anderson-shiro EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anderson-shiro EL a Title I school?
No, Anderson-shiro EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anderson-shiro EL?
48.0% of students at Anderson-shiro EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Grimes County
- Phone
- (936) 873-4525
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ANDERSON-SHIRO CISD- District Enrollment
- 966
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,562
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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