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North Star Elementary

605 W Fireweed Ln, Anchorage, AK, 99503

About North Star Elementary

North Star Elementary School is a public elementary school in Anchorage, Alaska. It is in a big city. The school has about 387 students and serves grades pre-kindergarten through 6 (PK–6). There are 25 full-time equivalent teachers at North Star Elementary, which has a student-to-teacher ratio of 15:1, which is better than the district average. The school has a core academic curriculum that focuses on reading, math, science, and social studies. Recent test results show that 14% of students were proficient or above in math and 17% were proficient or above in reading. This shows where targeted instructional support is needed. There are 47% female and 53% male students, and a very high percentage (104%) of them are economically disadvantaged, which shows that they face a lot of socioeconomic problems. North Star Elementary has a diverse student body, which makes for a multicultural learning environment and chances for all students to learn together. North Star Elementary School is funded by public education funds from the Anchorage School District. The school focuses on getting students involved, making sure everyone has equal access to education, and getting the community involved. The school is known for its dedicated staff and willingness to help students learn and grow even when things are hard.

North Star Elementary Contact Information

Address

605 W Fireweed Ln, Anchorage, AK, 99503

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Phone

(907) 742-3800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 14%
Reading 17%
State average proficiency is 14% in Math and 17% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
387
Total Students
$67738
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 107 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at North Star Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 10.08%
Asian 12.14%
Hispanic 16.02%
Black 7.49%
Two+ Races 10.34%
Native Am. 17.05%
White
10.08%
Asian
12.14%
Hispanic
16.02%
Black
7.49%
Two+ Races
10.34%
Native Am.
17.05%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 387
46.51%
180 Female
53.49%
207 Male

Student Population

387 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1219 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

There is a lot of excitement at North Star Elementary in Anchorage, Alaska. The school recently held a STEM night where families could come and have fun, learn, and build community. The school showed its commitment to innovative education by putting on an evening of play, learning, and connection.

FAQ

Q1. What grades attend North Star Elementary?

Ans. The school serves elementary-grade students.

Q2. Is character development emphasized?

Ans. Respect and responsibility are promoted.

Q3. Are arts included in learning?

Ans. Music and art are part of the curriculum.

Q4. How are students supported academically?

Ans. Teachers provide guided instruction.

Q5. Are parents involved in school life?

Ans. Family participation is encouraged.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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