Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Aquarian Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aquarian Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aquarian Charter School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aquarian Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aquarian Charter School is 0.44, 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
#8 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aquarian Charter School's ranking?
Aquarian Charter School is ranked #8 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Aquarian Charter School often compared to?
Aquarian Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inlet View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Aquarian Charter School?
390 students attend Aquarian Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Aquarian Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aquarian Charter School?
Aquarian Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aquarian Charter School offer ?
Aquarian Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aquarian Charter School part of?
Aquarian Charter School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Aquarian Charter School located?
Aquarian Charter School is located in the Spenard neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Spenard.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
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