Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sand Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Sand Lake Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sand Lake 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 Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#142 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
25%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Lake Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Sand Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kincaid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sand Lake Elementary School?
508 students attend Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sand Lake Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sand Lake Elementary School?
Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sand Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Lake Elementary School part of?
Sand Lake Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Sand Lake Elementary School located?
Sand Lake Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School [End of Fourth Quarter]
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
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