Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eagle River 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 57% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 57%
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle River Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eagle River Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 schools are Eagle River Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AK state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AK state average).
How many students attend Eagle River Elementary School?
286 students attend Eagle River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Eagle River Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle River Elementary School?
Eagle River Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle River Elementary School offer ?
Eagle River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle River Elementary School part of?
Eagle River Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
School Reviews
5 2/25/2017
I am so glad that we chose eagle River elementary and able to get into the optional program. Teachers have connected with my kids and they do their jobs well. I can see rapid educational progress in my kids and that reflects well on their teachers. The principal is a joy to talk with and she is very respectful to children and talk to them on their level. Every teacher we have encountered from the librarian, gym teacher, music teacher, etc. has been extraordinary. I highly recommend this school!
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