Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, College Gate 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Gate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
College Gate Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
College Gate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of College Gate Elementary School is 0.82, 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
#227 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
27%
22%
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
3%
Two or more races
24%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Gate Elementary School's ranking?
College Gate Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are College Gate Elementary School often compared to?
College Gate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nunaka Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend College Gate Elementary School?
364 students attend College Gate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of College Gate Elementary School students are American Indian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Gate Elementary School?
College Gate Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does College Gate Elementary School offer ?
College Gate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is College Gate Elementary School part of?
College Gate Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is College Gate Elementary School located?
College Gate Elementary School is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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