Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chester Valley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chester Valley Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Chester Valley 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 Chester Valley 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
#342 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
26%
3%
Two or more races
24%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
6%
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 Chester Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Valley Elementary School is ranked #342 out of 459 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chester Valley Elementary School?
227 students attend Chester Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Chester Valley Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Valley Elementary School?
Chester Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chester Valley Elementary School offer ?
Chester Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester Valley Elementary School part of?
Chester Valley Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Chester Valley Elementary School located?
Chester Valley Elementary School is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in Northeast Anchorage.
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