Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Girdwood School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Girdwood School serves the southern part of its school district in Girdwood, AK, covering an area of approximately 180.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest edge located about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girdwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Girdwood School's student population of 179 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Girdwood School ranks within the top 5% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Girdwood School is 0.32, 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
#9 out of 441 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girdwood School's ranking?
Girdwood School is ranked #9 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Girdwood School?
179 students attend Girdwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Girdwood School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Girdwood School?
Girdwood School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Girdwood School offer ?
Girdwood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Girdwood School part of?
Girdwood School is part of Anchorage School District.
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