Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University 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 30-34% (which is higher than 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 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University 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 University Park Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#188 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodriver Elementary School, Barnette Magnet 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
356 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of University Park Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2010
Quality academics and caring staff! Everything you are looking for in an elementary school. The number one public school to send your student to in the district if you care about them receiving a quality education!!!
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