Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sand Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Lake Elementary serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sand Lake Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
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
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Sand Lake 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 Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#104 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
6%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
36%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
24%
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)49.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Sand Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Lake Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Sand Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kincaid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sand Lake Elementary School?
367 students attend Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Sand Lake Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Lake Elementary School?
Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sand Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sand Lake Elementary School part of?
Sand Lake Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Sand Lake Elementary School located?
Sand Lake Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school cherishes diversity. I went through the Japanese program and I loved it.
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