Mt. Eccles Elementary School

201 Adams Ave
Cordova, AK 99574
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mt. Eccles Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50% in AK
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mt. Eccles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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School Overview

Mt. Eccles Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026
School Motto
We work in unison with the City of Cordova to meet the needs of all students.

School Rankings

Mt. Eccles Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Eccles Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#134 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
32%
45-49%
29%
≥80%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
28%
22%
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mt. Eccles Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Eccles Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Mt. Eccles Elementary School?
226 students attend Mt. Eccles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mt. Eccles Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Eccles Elementary School?
Mt. Eccles Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt. Eccles Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Eccles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Eccles Elementary School part of?
Mt. Eccles Elementary School is part of Cordova City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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