Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rae C. Stedman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rae C. Stedman Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Petersburg, AK, encompassing approximately 3,843.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 40.5 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary being 72.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rae C. Stedman Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#105 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 22-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 Rae C. Stedman Elementary School's ranking?
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Rae C. Stedman Elementary School?
206 students attend Rae C. Stedman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rae C. Stedman Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rae C. Stedman Elementary School?
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rae C. Stedman Elementary School offer ?
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rae C. Stedman Elementary School part of?
Rae C. Stedman Elementary School is part of Petersburg Borough School District.
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