Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bayshore 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 57% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayshore 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
Diversity
School Overview
Bayshore Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bayshore 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 Bayshore Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Bayshore Elementary School's ranking?
Bayshore Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Bayshore Elementary School often compared to?
Bayshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Bayshore Elementary School?
428 students attend Bayshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bayshore Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayshore Elementary School?
Bayshore Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bayshore Elementary School offer ?
Bayshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayshore Elementary School part of?
Bayshore Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayshore Elementary School located?
Bayshore Elementary School is located in the Bayshore And Klatt neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Bayshore And Klatt.
School Reviews
2 3/9/2022
This school has been amazing! All of my children have attended Bayshore for K-6th grade. Each teacher has been nothing short of wonderful for each of our children. The staff members all care about the students and families even after they have moved on to a different grade. It really is a family community at Bayshore Elementary.
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