Salcha Elementary School

About Salcha Elementary School

Salcha Elementary School is a public school located in the small community of Salcha, Alaska. It serves students from kindergarten through sixth grade and is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. The school is a close-knit community and prides itself on its commitment to providing a quality education for all students. At Salcha Elementary School, students are encouraged to explore their individual interests and talents. The school offers a wide range of activities and clubs, including student council, drama and music clubs, and outdoor activities. The school also offers a variety of after-school programs, such as a robotics club and a chess club. Salcha Elementary School is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment. The school has a strong focus on character development and provides a variety of programs to promote positive behavior. The school also works to ensure that all students have access to the same educational opportunities, regardless of their background or circumstances. Salcha Elementary School is a great place for students to learn, grow, and explore. With its commitment to providing a quality education and its focus on character development, Salcha Elementary School is an excellent choice for parents looking for a school for their children.

Address:	8530 Richardson Hwy Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone:	(907) 488-3267
Site:	www.k12northstar.org/salcha
Grades:	PreK – 6
Enrollment:	47 students

Overview Salcha Elementary School

Salcha Elementary School serves 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Salcha Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Salcha Elementary School

Salcha Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Salcha Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.