Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lake Otis 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 15-19% (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 85% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Otis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Otis Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Otis 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 Lake Otis Elementary School is 0.84, 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
#334 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
19%
22%
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Otis Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Otis Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Lake Otis Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Otis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School, Rogers Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Lake Otis Elementary School?
337 students attend Lake Otis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
21% of Lake Otis Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Otis Elementary School?
Lake Otis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Otis Elementary School offer ?
Lake Otis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Otis Elementary School part of?
Lake Otis Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Otis Elementary School located?
Lake Otis Elementary School is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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