Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodriver Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodriver Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Woodriver Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodriver Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#189 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodriver Elementary School's ranking?
Woodriver Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Woodriver Elementary School often compared to?
Woodriver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Park Elementary School, Boreal Sun Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Woodriver Elementary School?
342 students attend Woodriver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Woodriver Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodriver Elementary School?
Woodriver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Woodriver Elementary School offer ?
Woodriver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodriver Elementary School part of?
Woodriver Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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