Best Public Schools in Anthony, NM

The city of Anthony, New Mexico is home to 11 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools, all part of the Gadsden school district. The district is ranked 60 out of 82 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools, La Union Elementary and Anthony Elementary are the top-performing elementary schools, both ranked in the top 100 in the state and receiving 4-star ratings. In contrast, the high schools in the district all have a 78.0% four-year graduation rate, which is below the state average. The high-performing Alta Vista Early College High School stands out as the only school in the district to receive a 4- or 5-star rating, suggesting its early college model may be an effective approach.

Across the district, there is a wide range in test scores, with the top-performing elementary schools significantly outpacing the high schools and some lower-performing elementary schools. All schools in the district have very high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. While some elementary schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, this does not seem to translate into higher academic performance, suggesting that factors beyond class size, such as curriculum and school leadership, may be more influential in driving student achievement.