Needs Improvement

#406 of 412 schools in AK

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School

Elementary School · Anchorage School District

1327 Nelchina St, Anchorage, AK 99501

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#406 of 412

In Anchorage

#78 of 78

public schools

In district

#93 of 93

Anchorage School District

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About Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Anchorage, AK, part of Anchorage School District. Dr.

Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts below district

3.7

This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
District avg 6.6
AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-5.29 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics4.2Below Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-5.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile23th

Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,636

Chronic Absenteeism52.4%

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School — Students at Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

106.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 34.2% (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

65%

ELA

72%

2010

Math

53%

ELA

60%

2011

Math

53%

ELA

67%

2012

Math

55%

ELA

68%

2013

Math

51%

ELA

71%

2014

Math

18%

ELA

19%

2016

Math

16%

ELA

13%

2017

Math

21%

ELA

17%

2018

Math

18%

ELA

13%

2019

Math

18%

ELA

13%

2020*

Math

7.5%

ELA

12%

2021*

Math

7.5%

ELA

12%

2022

Math

2.5%

ELA

7.5%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School Compares

See how Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.7/10

2th percentile in AK

Academic

4.2/10

Below Average

Growth

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

4.1/10

Below Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

107%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

23 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

52.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1327 Nelchina St, Anchorage, AK 99501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rogers Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orion Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Jber), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Jber), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Rogers Park Elementary Anchorage	1.1 mi	428	9.1
Orion Elementary School Jber	1.7 mi	446	8.8
Wendler Middle School Anchorage	1.3 mi	384	4.9
Denali Montessori Elementary Anchorage	0.9 mi	378	6.2
Airport Heights Elementary Anchorage	0.9 mi	272	7.4
Lake Otis Elementary Anchorage	1.5 mi	337	4.0
Government Hill Elementary Anchorage	1.7 mi	478	5.9
Aurora Elementary Jber	1.9 mi	488	8.3
Martin Luther King Jr. Technical High School Anchorage	1.4 mi	106	6.8
Alaska Middle College School Anchorage	1.4 mi	276	5.2
McLaughlin Secondary School Anchorage	1.8 mi	75	6.7
Central Middle School of Science Anchorage	1.1 mi	376	4.3
William Tyson Elementary Anchorage	1.5 mi	351	4.6
Chugach Optional Elementary Anchorage	1.2 mi	265	7.8
Tudor Elementary Anchorage	2.5 mi	334	5.1
Frontier Charter School Anchorage	1.6 mi	628	6.5
AKChoice K-12 Learning Anchorage	1.3 mi	273	8.5
North Star Elementary Anchorage	1.5 mi	387	4.6
Steller Secondary School Anchorage	1.5 mi	250	7.3
Whaley School Anchorage	1.5 mi	316	4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,591

Median Home Value

$378,700

Median Rent

$1,181/mo

Population

16,563

College Educated

40.4%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

15.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School

What grades does Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School serve?

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School?

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School rank in AK?

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School ranks #406 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School?

106.8% of students at Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.