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#31 of 412 schools in AK

Top 7% in state

Aquarian Charter School

Elementary School · Anchorage School District

1705 W 32nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99517

Charter

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#31 of 412

In Anchorage

#12 of 78

public schools

In district

#16 of 93

Anchorage School District

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Aquarian Charter School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Anchorage · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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6.1/10

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About Aquarian Charter School

Aquarian Charter School is a public elementary school in Anchorage, AK, part of Anchorage School District. Aquarian Charter School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquarian Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Aquarian Charter School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Aquarian Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,636
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Aquarian Charter School — Students at Aquarian Charter School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Aquarian Charter School Compares

See how Aquarian Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in AK
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Location

1705 W 32nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aquarian Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Turnagain Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Inlet View Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chugach Optional Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Romig Middle School Anchorage 0.4 mi 6.5
West High School Anchorage 0.6 mi 6.1
HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Anchorage 0.7 mi 7.8
Northwood ABC Anchorage 1.1 mi 4.9
Willow Crest Elementary Anchorage 1.0 mi 5.4
ANCHORAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Anchorage 1.2 mi 4.5
Inlet View Elementary Anchorage 1.3 mi 7.9
Steller Secondary School Anchorage 0.9 mi 7.3
North Star Elementary Anchorage 0.9 mi 4.6
Frontier Charter School Anchorage 0.9 mi 6.5
Family Partnership Correspondence School Anchorage 1.3 mi 6.9
AKChoice K-12 Learning Anchorage 1.6 mi 8.5
Turnagain Elementary Anchorage 1.1 mi 8.4
Central Middle School of Science Anchorage 1.4 mi 4.3
Chugach Optional Elementary Anchorage 1.5 mi 7.8
Lake Hood Elementary Anchorage 1.3 mi 4.8
Gladys Wood Elementary Anchorage 2.5 mi 5.9
Campbell STEM Elementary Anchorage 2.6 mi 6.7
Denali Montessori Elementary Anchorage 1.9 mi 6.2
S.A.V.E. High School Anchorage 2.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,307

Median Home Value

$365,300

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

16,567

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

16.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bayshore Elementary Anchorage, AK 8.4
Rilke Schule Charter School Anchorage, AK 8.4
Turnagain Elementary Anchorage, AK 8.4
Aurora Elementary Jber, AK 8.3
Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School Wasilla, AK 8.3
Rabbit Creek Elementary Anchorage, AK 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aquarian Charter School

What grades does Aquarian Charter School serve?

Aquarian Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Aquarian Charter School?

Aquarian Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquarian Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Aquarian Charter School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aquarian Charter School rank in AK?

Aquarian Charter School ranks #31 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Aquarian Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aquarian Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Aquarian Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aquarian Charter School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Aquarian Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Aquarian Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Aquarian Charter School a Title I school?

No, Aquarian Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Anchorage Municipality
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

Anchorage School District
District Enrollment
43,363
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,636
District Rank
#16 of 93

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