Houghtaling Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghtaling Elementary School's ranking?
Houghtaling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for: Most diverse schools (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Houghtaling Elementary School?
349 students attend Houghtaling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Houghtaling Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houghtaling Elementary School?
Houghtaling Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 13:1.
What grades does Houghtaling Elementary School offer ?
Houghtaling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Houghtaling Elementary School part of?
Houghtaling Elementary School is part of Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District.
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