For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 164 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 67% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Anthon, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anthon Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
110 W Division
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mvao Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 W Division
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Anthon, IA 51004
(712) 373-5244
Gr: 6-8 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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