Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kincaid Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kincaid Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kincaid Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kincaid Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kincaid Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#151 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kincaid Elementary School's ranking?
Kincaid Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Kincaid Elementary School often compared to?
Kincaid Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Lake Elementary School, Gladys Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Kincaid Elementary School?
485 students attend Kincaid Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kincaid Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kincaid Elementary School?
Kincaid Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kincaid Elementary School offer ?
Kincaid Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kincaid Elementary School part of?
Kincaid Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Kincaid Elementary School located?
Kincaid 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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