Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eagle River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Eagle River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Eagle River Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Eagle River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle River Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#149 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Eagle River Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Eagle River Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Eagle River Elementary School?
308 students attend Eagle River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eagle River Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle River Elementary School?
Eagle River Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eagle River Elementary School offer ?
Eagle River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle River Elementary School part of?
Eagle River Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 2/25/2017I am so glad that we chose eagle River elementary and able to get into the optional program. Teachers have connected with my kids and they do their jobs well. I can see rapid educational progress in my kids and that reflects well on their teachers. The principal is a joy to talk with and she is very respectful to children and talk to them on their level. Every teacher we have encountered from the librarian, gym teacher, music teacher, etc. has been extraordinary. I highly recommend this school!Review Eagle River Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I am so glad that we chose eagle River elementary and able to get into the optional program. Teachers have connected with my kids and they do their jobs well. I can see rapid educational progress in my kids and that reflects well on their teachers. The principal is a joy to talk with and she is very respectful to children and talk to them on their level. Every teacher we have encountered from the librarian, gym teacher, music teacher, etc. has been extraordinary. I highly recommend this school!
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