Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Pole 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Pole Elementary serves the west part of its school district in North Pole, AK, covering an area of approximately 24.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Pole Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Pole 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 North Pole Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pole Elementary School's ranking?
North Pole Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are North Pole Elementary School often compared to?
North Pole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midnight Sun Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend North Pole Elementary School?
312 students attend North Pole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of North Pole Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Pole Elementary School?
North Pole Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Pole Elementary School offer ?
North Pole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Pole Elementary School part of?
North Pole Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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