Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weller 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 34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Weller Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weller 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 Weller Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#171 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
21%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
61%
47%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weller Elementary School's ranking?
Weller Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Weller Elementary School often compared to?
Weller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ticasuk Brown Elementary School, Pearl Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Weller Elementary School?
413 students attend Weller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Weller Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weller Elementary School?
Weller Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weller Elementary School offer ?
Weller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weller Elementary School part of?
Weller Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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