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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58%
Reading/ELA Proficiency50%
Overall Proficiency54%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,192

Anderson-shiro EL — Students at Anderson-shiro EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 65.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
50%

* 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.

Overall Score
8.0/10
88th percentile in TX
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
7.8/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

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

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (681/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ANDERSON-SHIRO CISD
District Enrollment
966
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,562
District Rank
#1 of 2

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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