Serving 193 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nunaka Valley 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nunaka Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nunaka Valley Elementary School's student population of 193 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Nunaka Valley 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 Nunaka Valley Elementary School is 0.84, 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
#252 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
13%
21%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
9%
2%
White
18%
47%
Hawaiian
14%
3%
Two or more races
26%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nunaka Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Nunaka Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Nunaka Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Gate 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 32% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Nunaka Valley Elementary School?
193 students attend Nunaka Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Nunaka Valley Elementary School students are Two or more races, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nunaka Valley Elementary School?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nunaka Valley Elementary School offer ?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nunaka Valley Elementary School part of?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Nunaka Valley Elementary School located?
Nunaka Valley Elementary School is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in Northeast Anchorage.
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