Polaris K–12 School in Anchorage, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the Anchorage School District average of 17:1 reported in recent years.
Math proficiency is 43%, which is higher than the state average of 32% and the district average of 37%, showing improvement from a low of 30% in 2022.
Reading proficiency declined to 43% in 2022, but remains higher than the state average of 29% and approximately equal to the district average of 34%, indicating a notable downward trend from past years above 50%.
Graduation rates have remained stable at 80%, exceeding the state average of 78% and matching the Anchorage School District average.
Minority enrollment comprises 40% of the student body, and free lunch eligibility increased from 16% in 2022 to 25% in 2023, reflecting a significant rise in socioeconomic need among students at this Anchorage magnet school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Polaris K-12 School's student population of 497 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Polaris K-12 School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris K-12 School is 0.60, 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
#144 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
16%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris K-12 School's ranking?
Polaris K-12 School is ranked #144 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Polaris K-12 School often compared to?
Polaris K-12 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Lights Abc K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polaris K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Polaris K-12 School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Polaris K-12 School?
497 students attend Polaris K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Polaris K-12 School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polaris K-12 School?
Polaris K-12 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polaris K-12 School offer ?
Polaris K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Polaris K-12 School part of?
Polaris K-12 School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Polaris K-12 School located?
Polaris K-12 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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