Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Scenic Park Elementary 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scenic Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Scenic Park Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scenic Park 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 Scenic Park Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#216 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
21%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
3%
Two or more races
23%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scenic Park Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Park Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Scenic Park Elementary School often compared to?
Scenic Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russian Jack Elementary School, Government Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Scenic Park Elementary School?
393 students attend Scenic Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Scenic Park Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scenic Park Elementary School?
Scenic Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scenic Park Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scenic Park Elementary School part of?
Scenic Park Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Scenic Park Elementary School located?
Scenic Park Elementary School is located in the Scenic Foothills neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Scenic Foothills.
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