Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chinook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chinook Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Elementary School is 0.83, 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
#250 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
22%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
9%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Elementary School's ranking?
Chinook Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Chinook Elementary School often compared to?
Chinook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chinook Elementary School?
474 students attend Chinook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Chinook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinook Elementary School?
Chinook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chinook Elementary School offer ?
Chinook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chinook Elementary School part of?
Chinook Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Chinook Elementary School located?
Chinook Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
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