Hunter Elementary School

About Hunter Elementary School

Hunter Elementary School is a public elementary school located in the heart of the city of Austin, Texas. It is one of the oldest schools in the district and has been serving the community for over 100 years. Hunter Elementary is a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students, regardless of their background or ability level. The school provides a rigorous academic program that encourages critical thinking and problem solving skills. In addition, Hunter Elementary offers a variety of extra-curricular activities such as sports, music, and art. The staff at Hunter Elementary are dedicated to providing the best educational experience possible. They are committed to creating a positive learning atmosphere and fostering a sense of community among students and their families. The teachers are highly qualified and strive to make learning fun and engaging.
At Hunter Elementary, we believe that all children have the right to a quality education. We strive to provide a safe and supportive learning environment where all students can reach their full potential. We are proud to be a part of the Austin community and look forward to continuing to serve our students for many years to come.

Address:	1630 Gillam Way Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone:	(907) 456-5775
Site:	www.k12northstar.org/hunter
Grades:	PreK – 6
Enrollment:	300 students

Overview Hunter Elementary School

Hunter Elementary School serves 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Hunter Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year. The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1. Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Hunter Elementary School

Hunter Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Hunter Elementary School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.