Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hunter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hunter Elementary School's student population of 332 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hunter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hunter Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#345 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter Elementary School's ranking?
Hunter Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Hunter Elementary School often compared to?
Hunter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arctic Light Elementary School, Pearl Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Hunter Elementary School?
332 students attend Hunter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Hunter Elementary School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunter Elementary School?
Hunter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hunter Elementary School offer ?
Hunter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hunter Elementary School part of?
Hunter Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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