Serving 490 students in grades 5-6, Anderson Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson Intermediate School's student population of 490 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Anderson Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Intermediate School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
22%
14%
White
46%
62%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Intermediate School's ranking?
Anderson Intermediate School is ranked #1578 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Anderson Intermediate School?
490 students attend Anderson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Anderson Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Intermediate School?
Anderson Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson Intermediate School offer ?
Anderson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Intermediate School part of?
Anderson Intermediate School is part of Anderson Community School Corp School District.
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