Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Willow Crest Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), 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: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Willow Crest Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Crest Elementary School 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 Willow Crest Elementary School is 0.83, 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
#349 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
10%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Crest Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Willow Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hood Elementary School, Turnagain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Willow Crest Elementary School?
284 students attend Willow Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
23% of Willow Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Crest Elementary School?
Willow Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willow Crest Elementary School offer ?
Willow Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Crest Elementary School part of?
Willow Crest Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Crest Elementary School located?
Willow Crest Elementary School is located in the Spenard neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Spenard.
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