Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Star 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 23%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Star Elementary School is 0.84, 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
#349 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
17%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
27%
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
41%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are North Star Elementary School often compared to?
North Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Otis Elementary School, Rogers Park 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 23% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend North Star Elementary School?
387 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of North Star Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Star Elementary School offer ?
North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Star Elementary School part of?
North Star Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is North Star Elementary School located?
North Star Elementary School is located in the North Star neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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