Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Russian Jack 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russian Jack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Russian Jack Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Russian Jack Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russian Jack Elementary School is 0.84, 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
#326 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
21%
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
16%
3%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russian Jack Elementary School's ranking?
Russian Jack Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 441 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Russian Jack Elementary School?
254 students attend Russian Jack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Russian Jack Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russian Jack Elementary School?
Russian Jack Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russian Jack Elementary School offer ?
Russian Jack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russian Jack Elementary School part of?
Russian Jack Elementary School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Russian Jack Elementary School located?
Russian Jack 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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