Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
Be On Time, Be Respectful, Be Caring, Be At our best, and Be Safe.
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#275 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
29%
21%
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
39%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
289 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 21% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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