Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aurora Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 308 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#43 out of 443 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
9%
2%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Aurora Elementary School often compared to?
Aurora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ursa Major Elementary School, Orion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
308 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Elementary School located?
Aurora Elementary School is located in the Fort Richardson neighborhood of Jber, AK.
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