ANDERSON-SHIRO JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

ANDERSON-SHIRO JR/SR H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the ANDERSON-SHIRO CISD school district, located in ANDERSON, TX with about 454 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, ANDERSON-SHIRO JR/SR H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Anderson-Shiro Jr/Sr High School, located in Anderson, Texas, serves as the secondary education hub for the Anderson-Shiro Consolidated Independent School District. As a combined junior and senior high facility, the school provides a structured academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere characteristic of rural Texas school districts. The institution focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success by balancing rigorous core academics with diverse extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, UIL activities, and various student organizations.

The school is deeply integrated into the small, historic community of Anderson, emphasizing a tradition-focused culture where faculty and staff prioritize personalized attention for their students. By maintaining a smaller campus footprint, the school aims to ensure that every student has access to modern educational resources while benefiting from supportive relationships with teachers and coaches. Through its dedicated mission, Anderson-Shiro Jr/Sr High School strives to cultivate both academic excellence and character development, equipping graduates with the skills necessary to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact ANDERSON-SHIRO JR/SR H S at (936) 873-4550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.