Sand Lake Elementary

sandlake.asdk12.org/

367 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Sand Lake Elementary, located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, Alaska, serves as a cornerstone of its local community within the Anchorage School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the unique cultural context of life in Alaska. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for future success while encouraging them to be active, curious participants in their own education.

Beyond the classroom, Sand Lake Elementary places a strong emphasis on family and community engagement, viewing parents and local residents as vital partners in the student experience. The school provides a variety of resources and opportunities for students to explore their interests, whether through academic enrichment, physical activity, or creative pursuits. With its focus on building a safe and welcoming atmosphere, Sand Lake Elementary strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

367

Total Students

23.8

Full-Time Teachers

15.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sand Lake Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	133
Hispanic	42
Black	9
Asian	55
Two or More	87
American Indian	21
Pacific Islander	20

White
133 (36.2%)
Two or More
87 (23.7%)
Asian
55 (15.0%)
Hispanic
42 (11.4%)
American Indian
21 (5.7%)
Pacific Islander
20 (5.4%)
Black
9 (2.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Anchorage School District
Phone:	(907)243-2161
Website:	http://sandlake.asdk12.org/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	367
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	109
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	10

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 1

Kindergarten 64

Grade 1 54

Grade 2 64

Grade 3 63

Grade 4 60

Grade 5 61

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sand Lake Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	1
Kindergarten	64
Grade 1	54
Grade 2	64
Grade 3	63
Grade 4	60
Grade 5	61

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sand Lake Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	194	52.9%
Male	173	47.1%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)