Serving 278 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpenglow Elementary serves the northwest part of Eagle River, AK, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alpenglow Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpenglow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpenglow Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#86 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #86 out of 441 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Alpenglow Elementary School?
278 students attend Alpenglow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Alpenglow Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpenglow Elementary School?
Alpenglow Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alpenglow Elementary School offer ?
Alpenglow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Alpenglow Elementary School part of?
Alpenglow Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
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