Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lake Hood 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 32%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Hood Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Hood 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 Lake Hood Elementary School is 0.84, 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
#307 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
22%
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hood Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hood Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Lake Hood Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Hood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Crest 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 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Lake Hood Elementary School?
232 students attend Lake Hood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Lake Hood Elementary School students are American Indian, 20% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hood Elementary School?
Lake Hood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Hood Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Hood Elementary School part of?
Lake Hood Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Hood Elementary School located?
Lake Hood Elementary School is located in the Turnagain neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Turnagain.
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