Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Huffman Elementary 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 61% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huffman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Huffman Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huffman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huffman Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#7 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huffman Elementary School's ranking?
Huffman Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 459 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Huffman Elementary School?
352 students attend Huffman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Huffman Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huffman Elementary School?
Huffman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Huffman Elementary School offer ?
Huffman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Huffman Elementary School part of?
Huffman Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Huffman Elementary School located?
Huffman Elementary School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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