Serving 171 students in grades 6-8, Anchorage Stream Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anchorage Stream Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anchorage Stream Academy's student population of 171 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anchorage Stream Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anchorage Stream Academy is 0.60, 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
#108 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anchorage Stream Academy's ranking?
Anchorage Stream Academy is ranked #108 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Anchorage Stream Academy?
171 students attend Anchorage Stream Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Anchorage Stream Academy students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anchorage Stream Academy?
Anchorage Stream Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anchorage Stream Academy offer ?
Anchorage Stream Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anchorage Stream Academy part of?
Anchorage Stream Academy is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Anchorage Stream Academy located?
Anchorage Stream Academy is located in the Scenic Foothills neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Foothills.
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