Serving 59 students in grades 5-8, Anvil City Science Academy 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anvil City Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anvil City Science Academy's student population of 59 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anvil City Science Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anvil City Science Academy is 0.63, 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
#168 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
46%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
37%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anvil City Science Academy's ranking?
Anvil City Science Academy is ranked #168 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Anvil City Science Academy?
59 students attend Anvil City Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Anvil City Science Academy students are American Indian, 37% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anvil City Science Academy?
Anvil City Science Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anvil City Science Academy offer ?
Anvil City Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anvil City Science Academy part of?
Anvil City Science Academy is part of Nome School District.
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