Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nunaka Valley 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nunaka Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nunaka Valley Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nunaka Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nunaka Valley 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
#355 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
12%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
16%
3%
Two or more races
26%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nunaka Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Nunaka Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Nunaka Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Gate 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 36% AK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Nunaka Valley Elementary School?
186 students attend Nunaka Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Nunaka Valley Elementary School students are Two or more races, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nunaka Valley Elementary School?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nunaka Valley Elementary School offer ?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nunaka Valley Elementary School part of?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Nunaka Valley Elementary School located?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in Northeast Anchorage.
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