Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northwood Abc 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 20-24% (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 79% 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: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Abc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northwood Abc's student population of 281 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood Abc 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 Northwood Abc 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
#313 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
19%
22%
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
19%
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
45%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Abc's ranking?
Northwood Abc is ranked #313 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Northwood Abc?
281 students attend Northwood Abc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
21% of Northwood Abc students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwood Abc?
Northwood Abc has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwood Abc offer ?
Northwood Abc offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood Abc part of?
Northwood Abc is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwood Abc located?
Northwood Abc is located in the Spenard neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Spenard.
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