Serving 300 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 American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Denali Elementary serves the west part of Fairbanks, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denali Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
18%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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?
300 students attend Denali Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Denali Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% 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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