Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
American Charter Academy's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Charter Academy is 0.30, 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
#7 out of 443 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Charter Academy's ranking?
American Charter Academy is ranked #7 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are American Charter Academy often compared to?
American Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Charter School, Fronteras Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of American Charter Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend American Charter Academy?
195 students attend American Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of American Charter Academy students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Charter Academy?
American Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does American Charter Academy offer ?
American Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is American Charter Academy part of?
American Charter Academy is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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