Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James M. Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James M. Anderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James M. Anderson Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
James M. Anderson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James M. Anderson Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James M. Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
James M. Anderson Elementary School is ranked #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James M. Anderson Elementary School often compared to?
James M. Anderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Town Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James M. Anderson Elementary School?
563 students attend James M. Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of James M. Anderson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James M. Anderson Elementary School?
James M. Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James M. Anderson Elementary School offer ?
James M. Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James M. Anderson Elementary School part of?
James M. Anderson Elementary School is part of Dixie School District.
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