Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Polaris K-12 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 30% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Polaris K-12 School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polaris K-12 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 Polaris K-12 School is 0.59, 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
#157 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris K-12 School's ranking?
Polaris K-12 School is ranked #157 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Polaris K-12 School often compared to?
Polaris K-12 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Lights Abc K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polaris K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Polaris K-12 School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Polaris K-12 School?
495 students attend Polaris K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Polaris K-12 School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris K-12 School?
Polaris K-12 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polaris K-12 School offer ?
Polaris K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Polaris K-12 School part of?
Polaris K-12 School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Polaris K-12 School located?
Polaris K-12 School is located in the Abbott Loop neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 8 other public schools located in Abbott Loop.
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