Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Abbott Loop 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 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abbott Loop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Abbott Loop Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abbott Loop Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abbott Loop 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
#256 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
22%
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
10%
2%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
10%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbott Loop Elementary School's ranking?
Abbott Loop Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Abbott Loop Elementary School often compared to?
Abbott Loop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Airport Heights Elementary School, Alaska Native Cultural Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Abbott Loop Elementary School?
248 students attend Abbott Loop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Abbott Loop Elementary School students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abbott Loop Elementary School?
Abbott Loop Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Abbott Loop Elementary School offer ?
Abbott Loop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abbott Loop Elementary School part of?
Abbott Loop Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Abbott Loop Elementary School located?
Abbott Loop Elementary School is located in the Abbott Loop neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 8 other public schools located in Abbott Loop.
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