Serving 317 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 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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Star Elementary serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Star Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Star 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 North Star Elementary School is 0.83, 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
#344 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
14%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
7%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
31%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
41%
6%
Showing 2007–2019. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Star Elementary School's ranking?
North Star Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 441 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 Rogers Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
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 North Star Elementary School?
317 students attend North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of North Star Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Star Elementary School?
North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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