Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Denali Montessori Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denali Montessori Elementary serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denali Montessori Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Denali Montessori Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denali Montessori Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#218 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
39%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denali Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
Denali Montessori Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Denali Montessori Elementary School often compared to?
Denali Montessori Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chugach Optional Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Denali Montessori Elementary School?
361 students attend Denali Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Denali Montessori Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denali Montessori Elementary School?
Denali Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denali Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Denali Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denali Montessori Elementary School part of?
Denali Montessori Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
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