Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Michael Anderson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael Anderson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Michael Anderson's student population of 733 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michael Anderson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael Anderson is 0.19, 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
#1034 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
90%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Anderson's ranking?
Michael Anderson is ranked #1034 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Michael Anderson often compared to?
Michael Andersonis often viewed alongside schools like Lattie Coor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Michael Anderson?
733 students attend Michael Anderson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Michael Anderson students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael Anderson?
Michael Anderson has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Michael Anderson offer ?
Michael Anderson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael Anderson part of?
Michael Anderson is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272) School District.
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