Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alpenglow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpenglow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alpenglow Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpenglow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpenglow Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpenglow Elementary School's ranking?
Alpenglow Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Alpenglow Elementary School often compared to?
Alpenglow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ravenwood Elementary School, Homestead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Alpenglow Elementary School?
360 students attend Alpenglow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Alpenglow Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpenglow Elementary School?
Alpenglow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alpenglow Elementary School offer ?
Alpenglow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alpenglow Elementary School part of?
Alpenglow Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
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