Williwaw Elementary is a public elementary school in Anchorage, Alaska, serving 305 students in grades PK-6. The school faces significant challenges, with consistently low academic performance, high racial diversity, and a student population that is predominantly economically disadvantaged.
Williwaw Elementary has a highly diverse student population, with a significant percentage of Asian (31.15%), Pacific Islander (20.66%), and students of two or more races (13.77%). However, the school consistently ranks in the bottom quarter of Anchorage School District, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science that are significantly lower than the district and state averages. This underperformance is further compounded by the fact that 95.74% of Williwaw's students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
In comparison, nearby schools like Alaska Native Cultural Charter School, Wonder Park Elementary, and Russian Jack Elementary generally perform better academically, despite serving similar demographic populations. These variations in student population and academic outcomes suggest that Williwaw Elementary may require targeted interventions and additional resources to support the unique needs of its diverse and economically disadvantaged student body.
Anchorage School District
Williwaw Elementary ranks in the bottom 1.7% of Alaska elementary schools.
In the 2022-23 school year, 305 students attended Williwaw Elementary.
Students at Williwaw Elementary are 31% Asian, 21% Pacific Islander, 14% Hispanic, 14% Two or more races, 10% American Indian, 8% White, 2% African American.
Students who attend Williwaw Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Clark Middle SchoolHigh : Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School