Serving 34 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Glacier View School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Glacier View School's student population of 34 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glacier View School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier View School is 0.36, 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
#104 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier View School's ranking?
Glacier View School is ranked #104 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Glacier View School?
34 students attend Glacier View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Glacier View School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier View School?
Glacier View School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glacier View School offer ?
Glacier View School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier View School part of?
Glacier View School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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