Ravenwood Elementary School in Eagle River, AK serves 461 students from prekindergarten through 6th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 16:1.
Math proficiency at Ravenwood is 66%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and Anchorage School District average of 37%; however, math proficiency declined from 69% in 2019 to 52% in 2022 before rising again in 2023.
Reading proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 34%, though scores declined from 66% in 2019 and 68% in 2018 to 50% in 2022.
Science proficiency ranges between 70–79%, significantly higher than the state average of 38% and district average of 40%, showing strong performance relative to statewide measures.
Enrollment has fluctuated slightly, increasing from 374 students in 2021 to 479 in 2023; minority enrollment stands at 30%, with a gender balance of 56% male and 44% female students.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ravenwood Elementary serves the northwest part of Eagle River, AK, covering an area of approximately 23 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ravenwood Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ravenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ravenwood Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#23 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
5%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
64%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
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)29.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-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 Ravenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Ravenwood Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Ravenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Ravenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alpenglow Elementary School, Homestead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Ravenwood Elementary School?
367 students attend Ravenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ravenwood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ravenwood Elementary School?
Ravenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ravenwood Elementary School offer ?
Ravenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ravenwood Elementary School part of?
Ravenwood Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
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