Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Trailside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 55% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Trailside Elementary serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trailside 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
Trailside Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 17% 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)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trailside 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 Trailside Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#25 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
8%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
46%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-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 Trailside Elementary School's ranking?
Trailside Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Trailside Elementary School?
364 students attend Trailside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Trailside Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailside Elementary School?
Trailside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trailside Elementary School offer ?
Trailside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trailside Elementary School part of?
Trailside Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Trailside Elementary School located?
Trailside Elementary School is located in the Abbott Loop neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 8 other public schools located in Abbott Loop.
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