Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ptarmigan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ptarmigan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ptarmigan Elementary School's student population of 392 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Ptarmigan 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 Ptarmigan Elementary School is 0.86, 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
#347 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
21%
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
7%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
16%
3%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ptarmigan Elementary School's ranking?
Ptarmigan Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Ptarmigan Elementary School?
392 students attend Ptarmigan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Ptarmigan Elementary School students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ptarmigan Elementary School?
Ptarmigan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ptarmigan Elementary School offer ?
Ptarmigan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ptarmigan Elementary School part of?
Ptarmigan Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Ptarmigan Elementary School located?
Ptarmigan 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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