Excellent

#33 of 412 schools in AK

Top 8% in state

Rae C. Stedman Elementary

Elementary School · Petersburg Borough School District

Box 289, Petersburg, AK 99833

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#33 of 412

In Petersburg

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Petersburg Borough School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Rae C. Stedman Elementary

Rae C. Stedman Elementary is a public elementary school in Petersburg, AK, part of Petersburg Borough School District. Rae C.

Stedman Elementary serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rae C. Stedman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Rae C. Stedman Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above AK schools

8.4

This school 8.4 · Excellent
AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Rae C. Stedman 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.

35% of students at Rae C. Stedman 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.5Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.0Excellent30%

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

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+14.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile84th

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$25,075

Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Rae C. Stedman Elementary — Students at Rae C. Stedman Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 68.5% (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

87%

ELA

92%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2013

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

57%

2016

Math

47%

ELA

52%

2017

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2020*

Math

52%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

52%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

37%

* 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 Rae C. Stedman Elementary Compares

See how Rae C. Stedman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.4/10

92th percentile in AK

Academic

9.0/10

Excellent

Growth

7.5/10

Very Good

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

51%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

19 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

34.5%

Location

Box 289, Petersburg, AK 99833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rae C. Stedman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mitkof Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Petersburg High School (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Petersburg, see our Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

2 within 0.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Petersburg High School Petersburg	0.1 mi	131	8.2
Mitkof Middle School Petersburg	0.1 mi	122	9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,026

Median Home Value

$301,300

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

3,394

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

71%

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

45.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rae C. Stedman Elementary

What grades does Rae C. Stedman Elementary serve?

Rae C. Stedman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rae C. Stedman Elementary?

Rae C. Stedman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rae C. Stedman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rae C. Stedman Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rae C. Stedman Elementary rank in AK?

Rae C. Stedman Elementary ranks #33 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Rae C. Stedman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rae C. Stedman Elementary 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 Rae C. Stedman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rae C. Stedman Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rae C. Stedman Elementary a charter school?

No, Rae C. Stedman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rae C. Stedman Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rae C. Stedman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rae C. Stedman Elementary?

51.1% of students at Rae C. Stedman 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.