Anderson School in Anderson, AK, serves 14 students across grades PK–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the state average ratio and ranks in the lowest 5% statewide for student attention.
The school's graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the Denali Borough School District rate of 75%, with no improvement evident in recent years.
Math proficiency is currently 50%, which is higher than the state average of 32% and the district average of 47%, showing relative strength in this subject.
Reading proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 29% and the district average of approximately 46%, placing Anderson School among Alaska's top 10% for reading performance.
Enrollment declined from 27 students in 2019 to 14 students in 2023, indicating a significant decrease in school population over recent years in this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson School's student population of 10 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Anderson School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson School is 0.18, 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
#28 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
90%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)≥50%
71%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson School's ranking?
Anderson School is ranked #28 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson School?
The graduation rate of Anderson School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 71%.
How many students attend Anderson School?
10 students attend Anderson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Anderson School students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson School?
Anderson School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson School offer ?
Anderson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson School part of?
Anderson School is part of Denali Borough School District.
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