Polaris K-12 School

About Polaris K-12 School

Polaris K-12 School is a top-rated public school located in the heart of the city. The school provides an excellent educational experience for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all students, from those who are academically advanced to those who need extra help.
Polaris K-12 School offers a wide variety of courses and extracurricular activities. Students can choose from traditional classes such as math, science, and English, or they can explore more specialized topics like robotics, coding, and engineering. They can also participate in sports teams, student clubs, and other extracurricular activities.
The school is committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for students. It has a comprehensive safety plan in place, and all staff members receive regular safety training. The school also has a strong anti-bullying policy, and students are encouraged to report any incidents of bullying or harassment.
Polaris K-12 School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. The school offers a variety of resources to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. It has a dedicated team of counselors and teachers who are available to help students with any issues they may be facing.
Polaris K-12 School is an excellent choice for students who are looking for a high-quality educational experience. The school provides a challenging and supportive learning environment that is tailored to each student’s unique needs.

Address:	6200 Ashwood St Anchorage, AK 99507
Phone:	(907) 742-8700
Site:	www.asdk12.org/polarisk12
Grades:	K – 12
Enrollment:	460 students

Overview Polaris K-12 School

Polaris K-12 School serves 460 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Polaris K-12 School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (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 54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Polaris K-12 School

Polaris K-12 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 Polaris K-12 School is 0.59, 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.