Anchorage School District


Summary:

The Anchorage School District encompasses 94 schools, including 62 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, 14 high schools, and 7 alternative schools, serving a diverse student population across the Anchorage area. The district's schools demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with standout institutions like Steller Secondary School, Eagle Academy Charter School, and Aquarian Charter School leading the way in test scores and proficiency rates.

Across the district, there is a clear correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free and reduced lunch rates, and academic performance, with high-poverty schools generally struggling more than their more affluent counterparts. However, some schools, like the high-ranking magnet and charter institutions, are able to overcome these challenges and deliver exceptional results. Student-teacher ratios also appear to play a role, with the top-performing schools generally having smaller class sizes than the district average.

While spending per student does not necessarily translate to higher test scores, the data reveals significant disparities in resource allocation across the district. Addressing these inequities and replicating the success of the standout schools could be key to improving educational outcomes and ensuring all students in the Anchorage School District have access to a high-quality education.

District Detail

 5530 E Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99504-3135

 (907) 742-4000

SchoolDigger Rank:
14th of 24 Alaska districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 43,727

Primary Schools: 62
Middle Schools: 11
High Schools: 14
Alternative Schools: 7
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alaska Department of Education and Early Developmenr.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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