Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Winterberry School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winterberry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Winterberry School's student population of 264 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Winterberry 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 Winterberry School is 0.48, 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
#202 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anchorage School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winterberry School's ranking?
Winterberry School is ranked #202 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Winterberry School often compared to?
Winterberry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rilke Schule Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Winterberry School?
264 students attend Winterberry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Winterberry School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterberry School?
Winterberry School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winterberry School offer ?
Winterberry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winterberry School part of?
Winterberry School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Winterberry School located?
Winterberry School is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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