Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Huffman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huffman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Huffman Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huffman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huffman Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#7 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Huffman Elementary School's ranking?
Huffman Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Huffman Elementary School?
325 students attend Huffman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Huffman Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huffman Elementary School?
Huffman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Huffman Elementary School offer ?
Huffman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huffman Elementary School part of?
Huffman Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Huffman Elementary School located?
Huffman Elementary School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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