Below Average
#372 of 412 schools in AK
Whaley School
School · Anchorage School District
2220 Nichols St, Anchorage, AK 99508
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#372 of 412
In Anchorage
#69 of 78
public schools
In district
#84 of 93
Anchorage School District
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Whaley School
Whaley School is a public school in Anchorage, AK, part of Anchorage School District. Whaley School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Whaley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Whaley School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whaley School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Whaley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
64% of students at Whaley 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
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Whaley School — Students at Whaley School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
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: 8.2/10.
How Whaley School Compares
See how Whaley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2220 Nichols St, Anchorage, AK 99508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whaley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northern Lights ABC K-8 School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Airport Heights Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr. Technical High School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,751
Median Home Value
$309,400
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
36,660
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akiachak School Akiachak, AK | 5.2 |
| Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School Kwethluk, AK | 5.2 |
| Buckland School Buckland, AK | 5.3 |
| BIRCHWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chugiak, AK | 5.4 |
| Saint Mary's School Saint Mary'S, AK | 5.5 |
| Aqqaluk High/Noorvik Elementary Noorvik, AK | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whaley School
What grades does Whaley School serve?
Whaley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Whaley School?
Whaley School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whaley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whaley School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whaley School rank in AK?
Whaley School ranks #372 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Whaley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whaley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Whaley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whaley School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whaley School a charter school?
No, Whaley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whaley School a Title I school?
No, Whaley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whaley School?
15.8% of students at Whaley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Anchorage Municipality
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.2%
- Phone
- (907) 742-2350
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Anchorage School District- District Enrollment
- 43,363
- Schools in District
- 94
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,636
- District Rank
- #84 of 93
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