Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aurora Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 359 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Aurora Elementary 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 Aurora Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#24 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
10%
2%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #24 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
359 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Elementary School located?
Aurora Elementary School is located in the Fort Richardson neighborhood of Jber, AK.
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