James M. Anderson Elementary School

815 Se 351 Hwy
Cross City, FL 32628
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7/
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Top 50%
Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, 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 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

James M. Anderson Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
385 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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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 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
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55-59%
52%
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50-54%
52%
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(20-21)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
37%
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Black
9%
21%
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White
78%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.38
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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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?
385 students attend James M. Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of James M. Anderson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James M. Anderson Elementary School?
James M. Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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-4 (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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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