At a glance
Reported students
255
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
17.88
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Alaska elementary enrollment
37th percentile
Compared with 161 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
330
Northwood ABC: 255 reported students.
State peer staffing position
29th percentile
14.3:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 260
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16.08
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
What the reported data says about Northwood ABC
Northwood ABC is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Anchorage. It is one of 92 current school records connected to Anchorage School District. NCES reports 255 students for 2024–25.
Among 161 elementary schools in Alaska with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 290 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 37th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, close to the Alaska median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (21.2%) and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (19.6%). English learners represent 21.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 29.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Northwood ABC
- 1How do the reported 14.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 17.88 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 21.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 29.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 79.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.7
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White21.2%
- Hispanic9%
- Black5.1%
- Asian9.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native18.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander19.6%
- Multiracial16.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Anchorage School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Homestead Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
255 reported students
Russian Jack Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
254 reported students
Taku Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
258 reported students
Turnagain Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
247 reported students
Birchwood ABC Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
246 reported students
Lake Otis Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
264 reported students
Public schools near Northwood ABC
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Crest Elementary Elementary · Anchorage School District | PK–06 | 294 | 0.8 mi |
| Aquarian Charter School Elementary · Charter · Anchorage School District | KG–06 | 365 | 1.1 mi |
| Gladys Wood Elementary Elementary · Anchorage School District | PK–06 | 267 | 1.4 mi |
| Turnagain Elementary Elementary · Anchorage School District | PK–06 | 247 | 1.5 mi |
| Campbell STEM Elementary Elementary · Anchorage School District | PK–06 | 323 | 1.7 mi |
| Sand Lake Elementary Elementary · Anchorage School District | PK–06 | 367 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Northwood ABC
What grades does Northwood ABC serve?
Northwood ABC reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Anchorage School District.
How many students attend Northwood ABC?
Northwood ABC reported 255 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 37th percentile among 161 Alaska elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 260 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Northwood ABC?
The calculated ratio is 14.3:1, based on 255 students and 17.88 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Alaska median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Northwood ABC a public, charter, or magnet school?
Northwood ABC is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Northwood ABC students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
79.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Northwood ABC in?
Northwood ABC is part of Anchorage School District, based in Anchorage, AK, which operates 92 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Northwood ABC?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Willow Crest Elementary (0.8 mi), Aquarian Charter School (1.1 mi), Gladys Wood Elementary (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.