Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midnight Sun Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midnight Sun Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Rankings
Midnight Sun Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midnight Sun Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midnight Sun Elementary School's ranking?
Midnight Sun Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Midnight Sun Elementary School often compared to?
Midnight Sun Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pole Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Midnight Sun Elementary School?
322 students attend Midnight Sun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Midnight Sun Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midnight Sun Elementary School?
Midnight Sun Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midnight Sun Elementary School offer ?
Midnight Sun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midnight Sun Elementary School part of?
Midnight Sun Elementary School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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