Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Baxter 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), 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: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baxter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Baxter Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baxter 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 Baxter 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
#313 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
12%
2%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
29%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baxter Elementary School's ranking?
Baxter Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Baxter Elementary School?
269 students attend Baxter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Baxter Elementary School students are Two or more races, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baxter Elementary School?
Baxter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Baxter Elementary School offer ?
Baxter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baxter Elementary School part of?
Baxter Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Baxter Elementary School located?
Baxter Elementary School is located in the Scenic Foothills neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Foothills.
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