Anderson School serves 22 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Anderson School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson School's student population of 22 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
22 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Anderson School is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Anderson School is 0.17, 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
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
22%

Asian
n/a
5%

Hispanic
n/a
8%

Black
n/a
2%

White
91%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(11-12)≥50%
71%

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 Anderson School's ranking?
Anderson School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson School?
The graduation rate of Anderson School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 71%.
How many students attend Anderson School?
22 students attend Anderson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Anderson School students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson School?
Anderson School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anderson School offer ?
Anderson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Anderson School part of?
Anderson School is part of Denali Borough School District.
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