Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Northern Lights Abc K-8 School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School's student population of 572 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School ranks within the top 5% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Lights Abc K-8 School is 0.79, 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
#6 out of 441 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Northern Lights Abc K-8 School's ranking?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School is ranked #6 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Northern Lights Abc K-8 School often compared to?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polaris K-12 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Northern Lights Abc K-8 School?
572 students attend Northern Lights Abc K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Northern Lights Abc K-8 School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Lights Abc K-8 School?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Lights Abc K-8 School offer ?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Northern Lights Abc K-8 School part of?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Northern Lights Abc K-8 School located?
Northern Lights Abc K-8 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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