For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 161 students in Anthon, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Anthon, IA are Anthon Elementary School and Mvao Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anthon, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Anthon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Anthon, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Anthon Elementary School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
110 W Division
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Grades: PK-5
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
Mvao Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 W Division
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Grades: 6-8
| 107 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Anthon, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Anthon, IA include Anthon Elementary School and Mvao Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Anthon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Anthon.
What is the racial composition of students in Anthon?
Anthon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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