Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aurora Elementary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Elementary 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
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 180% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 115% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora Elementary 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 Aurora Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#20 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Aurora Elementary School often compared to?
Aurora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
497 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Elementary School located?
Aurora Elementary School is located in the Fort Richardson neighborhood of Jber, AK.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 08, 2025 (Saturday)
Students' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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