Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chinook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chinook Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Elementary School is 0.84, which is more 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
#250 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
17%
22%
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
3%
Two or more races
23%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Elementary School's ranking?
Chinook Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Chinook Elementary School often compared to?
Chinook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chinook Elementary School?
452 students attend Chinook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
23% of Chinook Elementary School students are Two or more races, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinook Elementary School?
Chinook Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chinook Elementary School offer ?
Chinook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinook Elementary School part of?
Chinook Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Chinook Elementary School located?
Chinook Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
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