William Tyson Elementary School serves 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
William Tyson Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Tyson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William Tyson Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Tyson Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of William Tyson Elementary School is 0.85, 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
#406 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
19%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
35%
6%
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 William Tyson Elementary School's ranking?
William Tyson Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend William Tyson Elementary School?
312 students attend William Tyson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
21% of William Tyson Elementary School students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Tyson Elementary School?
William Tyson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Tyson Elementary School offer ?
William Tyson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William Tyson Elementary School part of?
William Tyson Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
School Reviews
2 10/6/2012
Although this school is just around the corner from my place. I do not recommend this school unless you have no choice. Sure there maybe more diverse students that attend this school. Unfortunately, my child was "considered stealing" out of the treasure box. My child was just anxious and instead of waiting her turn to pick out a prize she got up and grabbed a prize. But no teacher should tell a parent or label a child as a thief, especially in kindergarten. When you have a degree in a field, you must love what you do
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