Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kasuun Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kasuun Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kasuun Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Kasuun Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kasuun 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
#188 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
22%
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kasuun Elementary School's ranking?
Kasuun Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kasuun Elementary School?
426 students attend Kasuun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Kasuun Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kasuun Elementary School?
Kasuun Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kasuun Elementary School offer ?
Kasuun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kasuun Elementary School part of?
Kasuun Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Kasuun Elementary School located?
Kasuun Elementary School is located in the Abbott Loop neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 8 other public schools located in Abbott Loop.
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