Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chugiak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chugiak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chugiak Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Chugiak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chugiak Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#86 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chugiak Elementary School's ranking?
Chugiak Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Chugiak Elementary School often compared to?
Chugiak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Eagle Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chugiak Elementary School?
466 students attend Chugiak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Chugiak Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chugiak Elementary School?
Chugiak Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chugiak Elementary School offer ?
Chugiak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chugiak Elementary School part of?
Chugiak Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
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