Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barnette Magnet 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 46% (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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnette Magnet School's student population of 423 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Barnette Magnet 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 Barnette Magnet School is 0.57, 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
#149 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnette Magnet School's ranking?
Barnette Magnet School is ranked #149 out of 441 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?
46% 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 Barnette Magnet School?
423 students attend Barnette Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Barnette Magnet School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnette Magnet School?
Barnette Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barnette Magnet School offer ?
Barnette Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnette Magnet School part of?
Barnette Magnet School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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