Serving 59 students in grades 5-8, Anvil City Science Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anvil City Science Academy's student population of 59 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anvil City Science Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anvil City Science Academy 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
#202 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
51%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
37%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
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 Anvil City Science Academy's ranking?
Anvil City Science Academy is ranked #202 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Anvil City Science Academy?
59 students attend Anvil City Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Anvil City Science Academy students are American Indian, 37% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anvil City Science Academy?
Anvil City Science Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anvil City Science Academy offer ?
Anvil City Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anvil City Science Academy part of?
Anvil City Science Academy is part of Nome Public Schools School District.
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