Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, University Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#223 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
11%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodriver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
349 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of University Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2010
Quality academics and caring staff! Everything you are looking for in an elementary school. The number one public school to send your student to in the district if you care about them receiving a quality education!!!
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