Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ladd Elementary 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 39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ladd Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ladd Elementary 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 Ladd Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#182 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
21%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopard
- The Ladd Elementary school philosophy is that all children have an individual ability to learn. The Ladd staff members work together to provide each student with quality educational experiences, which nurture growth towards becoming a productive member within a diverse and changing society. Each child s development is affected by the environmental factors, which touch his or her life: home-school-community. Parents, as their child s first and most influential teachers, are vital members of the Ladd Instructional Team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladd Elementary School's ranking?
Ladd Elementary School is ranked #182 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Ladd Elementary School?
383 students attend Ladd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ladd Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ladd Elementary School?
Ladd Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ladd Elementary School offer ?
Ladd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ladd Elementary School part of?
Ladd Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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