Scenic Park Elementary School

3933 Patterson Rd
Anchorage, AK 99504
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Scenic Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50% in AK
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Scenic Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Scenic Park Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

Scenic Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scenic Park Elementary School is 0.80, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#179 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
32%
25-29%
29%
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
3%
Two or more races
23%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.80
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scenic Park Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Park Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Scenic Park Elementary School often compared to?
Scenic Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Government Hill Elementary School, Russian Jack Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Scenic Park Elementary School?
393 students attend Scenic Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Scenic Park Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scenic Park Elementary School?
Scenic Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scenic Park Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scenic Park Elementary School part of?
Scenic Park Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Scenic Park Elementary School located?
Scenic Park Elementary School is located in the Scenic Foothills neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Foothills.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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