Lake Otis Elementary School in Anchorage, AK serves 337 students from Pre–K through 6th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than comparable Anchorage elementary schools like Rogers Park (14:1) and North Star (15:1).
Math proficiency ranges between 20–24%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and Anchorage School District average of 37%, indicating ongoing challenges in math performance.
Reading proficiency is between 15–19%, substantially lower than the state average of 29% and district average of 34%, with proficiency declining from earlier years when it was above 70%.
Science proficiency is reported between 11–19%, which is below the Alaska state average of 38% and district average of 40%, reflecting continued below–average science achievement.
Enrollment decreased from 447 students in 2019 to 302 students in 2023, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remains high at 72% in 2023, reflecting a significant socioeconomic component to the student body.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Otis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Otis Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lake Otis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Otis 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
#311 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
19%
21%
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Otis Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Otis Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Lake Otis Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Otis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School, Rogers Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Lake Otis Elementary School?
264 students attend Lake Otis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Lake Otis Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Otis Elementary School?
Lake Otis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Otis Elementary School offer ?
Lake Otis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Otis Elementary School part of?
Lake Otis Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Otis Elementary School located?
Lake Otis Elementary School is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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