Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Taku 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taku Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Taku Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Taku 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 Taku Elementary School is 0.85, 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
#265 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
21%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
17%
3%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taku Elementary School's ranking?
Taku Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Taku Elementary School often compared to?
Taku Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Otis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Taku Elementary School?
258 students attend Taku Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
18% of Taku Elementary School students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 16% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taku Elementary School?
Taku Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Taku Elementary School offer ?
Taku Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taku Elementary School part of?
Taku Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Taku Elementary School located?
Taku Elementary School is located in the Taku And Campbell neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Taku And Campbell.
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