Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hermon Hutchens Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermon Hutchens Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#142 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Hermon Hutchens Elementary School's ranking?
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Hermon Hutchens Elementary School?
325 students attend Hermon Hutchens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hermon Hutchens Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Hermon Hutchens Elementary School offer ?
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermon Hutchens Elementary School part of?
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School is part of Valdez City School District.
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