Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denali Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denali Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Denali Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Motto
At Denali We Come to school every day to learn; take responsibility for our actions; and treat others with LOVE, KINDNESS, AND RESPECT.
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Denali Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denali Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#311 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
22%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
26%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
- Denali Elementary School community members will foster a lifelong love of learning, appreciate multicultural experiences, and support diverse learning styles through an integrated curricular approach. Children shall be guided toward taking responsibility for themselves and their community with compassion and intelligence.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denali Elementary School's ranking?
Denali Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Denali Elementary School?
286 students attend Denali Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Denali Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denali Elementary School?
Denali Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denali Elementary School offer ?
Denali Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denali Elementary School part of?
Denali Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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