Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Turnagain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turnagain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Turnagain Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turnagain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turnagain Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#108 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
13%
22%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
9%
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turnagain Elementary School's ranking?
Turnagain Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Turnagain Elementary School often compared to?
Turnagain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Crest Elementary School, Lake Hood 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 23% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Turnagain Elementary School?
329 students attend Turnagain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Turnagain Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turnagain Elementary School?
Turnagain Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turnagain Elementary School offer ?
Turnagain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turnagain Elementary School part of?
Turnagain Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Turnagain Elementary School located?
Turnagain Elementary School is located in the Turnagain neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Turnagain.
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