Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Frontier Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 447 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Charter School's student population of 447 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Frontier Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Charter School is 0.61, 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
#97 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Charter School's ranking?
Frontier Charter School is ranked #97 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier Charter School?
The graduation rate of Frontier Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Frontier Charter School?
447 students attend Frontier Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Frontier Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Frontier Charter School offer ?
Frontier Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier Charter School part of?
Frontier Charter School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier Charter School located?
Frontier Charter School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Calendar
View the Frontier Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First day to Re-enroll for SY 2025/2026
February 07, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 12, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 13, 2025 (Thursday)
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