Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sand Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sand Lake Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Sand Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#104 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Two or more races
23%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Sand Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Lake Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Sand Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kincaid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sand Lake Elementary School?
468 students attend Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sand Lake Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sand Lake Elementary School?
Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Lake Elementary School offer ?
Sand Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sand Lake Elementary School part of?
Sand Lake Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Sand Lake Elementary School located?
Sand Lake Elementary School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
School Reviews
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This school cherishes diversity. I went through the Japanese program and I loved it.
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