Excellent
#40 of 412 schools in AK
Top 10% in state
Mt. Eccles Elementary
Elementary School · Cordova City School District
PO Box 1330, Cordova, AK 99574
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#40 of 412
In Cordova
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Cordova City School District
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mt. Eccles Elementary
Elementary School in Cordova · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mt. Eccles Elementary
Mt. Eccles Elementary is a public elementary school in Cordova, AK, part of Cordova City School District. Mt.
Eccles Elementary serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Eccles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Eccles Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Eccles Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
52% of students at Mt. Eccles Elementary 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
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Mt. Eccles Elementary — Students at Mt. Eccles Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Mt. Eccles Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Eccles Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1330, Cordova, AK 99574
Nearby Schools
2 within 0.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cordova Jr/Sr High School Cordova | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Cordova School District Innovative Learning Cordova | 0.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,555
Median Home Value
$382,300
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
2,517
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
67.2%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fawn Mountain Elementary Ketchikan, AK | 8.2 |
| Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School Juneau, AK | 8.3 |
| McNeil Canyon Elementary Homer, AK | 8.0 |
| Point Higgins School Ketchikan, AK | 8.0 |
| Rae C. Stedman Elementary Petersburg, AK | 8.4 |
| Tongass School of Arts and Sciences Charter School Ketchikan, AK | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Eccles Elementary
What grades does Mt. Eccles Elementary serve?
Mt. Eccles Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mt. Eccles Elementary?
Mt. Eccles Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Eccles Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Eccles Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Eccles Elementary rank in AK?
Mt. Eccles Elementary ranks #40 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Mt. Eccles Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Eccles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Mt. Eccles Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Eccles Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt. Eccles Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Eccles Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Eccles Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Eccles Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Eccles Elementary?
69.9% of students at Mt. Eccles Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chugach Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.8%
- Phone
- (907) 424-3236
Resources & Links
District
Cordova City School District- District Enrollment
- 362
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,176
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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