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#337 of 412 schools in AK
Taku Elementary
Elementary School · Anchorage School District
701 E 72nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99518
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#337 of 412
In Anchorage
#57 of 78
public schools
In district
#72 of 93
Anchorage School District
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About Taku Elementary
Taku Elementary is a public elementary school in Anchorage, AK, part of Anchorage School District. Taku Elementary serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Taku Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Taku Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Taku 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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Taku Elementary — Students at Taku Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
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: 4.3/10.
How Taku Elementary Compares
See how Taku Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
701 E 72nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taku Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rogers Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowman Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rilke Schule Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S.A.V.E. High School Anchorage | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Polaris K-12 School Anchorage | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Rilke Schule Charter School Anchorage | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ANCHOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anchorage | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Tudor Elementary Anchorage | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| FOCUS Homeschool Anchorage | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Family Partnership Correspondence School Anchorage | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Campbell STEM Elementary Anchorage | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Northern Lights ABC K-8 School Anchorage | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Rogers Park Elementary Anchorage | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| PACIFIC NORTHERN ACADEMY Anchorage | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Willow Crest Elementary Anchorage | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Frontier Charter School Anchorage | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Ocean View Elementary Anchorage | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Anchorage | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Hanshew Middle School Anchorage | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| McLaughlin Secondary School Anchorage | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Lake Otis Elementary Anchorage | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Steller Secondary School Anchorage | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Bowman Elementary Anchorage | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,077
Median Home Value
$297,900
Median Rent
$1,661/mo
Population
9,837
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
62.7%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nome Elementary Nome, AK | 4.9 |
| Northwood ABC Anchorage, AK | 4.9 |
| Ptarmigan Elementary Anchorage, AK | 5.1 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Anchorage, AK | 5.1 |
| Tudor Elementary Anchorage, AK | 5.1 |
| Kalifornsky Beach Elementary Soldotna, AK | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taku Elementary
What grades does Taku Elementary serve?
Taku Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Taku Elementary?
Taku Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taku Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Taku Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taku Elementary rank in AK?
Taku Elementary ranks #337 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Taku Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Taku Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Taku Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taku Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taku Elementary a charter school?
No, Taku Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taku Elementary a Title I school?
No, Taku Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taku Elementary?
77.3% of students at Taku 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
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Anchorage Municipality
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (907) 742-5940
Resources & Links
District
Anchorage School District- District Enrollment
- 43,363
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,636
- District Rank
- #72 of 93
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