Serving 247 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turnagain Elementary serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turnagain Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turnagain 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 Turnagain Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#126 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
12%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
44%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
11%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
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)46.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Turnagain Elementary School's ranking?
Turnagain Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 441 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
247 students attend Turnagain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Turnagain Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turnagain Elementary School?
Turnagain Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turnagain Elementary School offer ?
Turnagain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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