Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gladys Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladys Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gladys Wood Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gladys Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Wood Elementary School is 0.81, 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
#228 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
10%
3%
Two or more races
25%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladys Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Gladys Wood Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Gladys Wood Elementary School?
295 students attend Gladys Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Gladys Wood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladys Wood Elementary School?
Gladys Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gladys Wood Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladys Wood Elementary School part of?
Gladys Wood Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Gladys Wood Elementary School located?
Gladys Wood Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
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