Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wonder Park 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 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wonder Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wonder Park Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wonder Park 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 Wonder Park 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
#358 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
26%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
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 Wonder Park Elementary School's ranking?
Wonder Park Elementary School is ranked #358 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?
10-14% 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 Wonder Park Elementary School?
285 students attend Wonder Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Wonder Park Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wonder Park Elementary School?
Wonder Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wonder Park Elementary School offer ?
Wonder Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wonder Park Elementary School part of?
Wonder Park Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Wonder Park Elementary School located?
Wonder Park Elementary School is located in the Russian Jack Park neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Russian Jack Park.
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