Ocean View Elementary is a public elementary school in Anchorage, Alaska, serving 355 students in grades PK-6 and part of the Anchorage School District. The school consistently performs above the district and state averages in standardized test scores, with strong academic performance across subjects and grade levels.
Ocean View Elementary stands out for its diverse student population and ability to support the academic success of minority student subgroups. The school ranks highly among Alaska elementary schools for Asian, Hispanic, Native American, and multi-racial students. Additionally, Ocean View has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.6 students per teacher, compared to the district average of 18.2. These factors contribute to the school's strong academic outcomes, with 47.83% of students proficient or better in science, 45.79% in English language arts, and 55.79% in mathematics, all exceeding the district and state averages.
When compared to nearby schools, Ocean View Elementary stands out as a high-performing institution. While it trails the exceptional Rabbit Creek Elementary and the highly-ranked Trailside Elementary, Ocean View significantly outperforms lower-performing schools in the area, such as Chinook Elementary and Spring Hill Elementary. This comparison highlights Ocean View's strengths and the potential for the school to continue improving and learning from the best practices of its higher-performing peers.
Ocean View Elementary ranks 44th of 173 Alaska elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.
In the 2022-23 school year, 355 students attended Ocean View Elementary.
Students who attend Ocean View Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Goldenview Middle SchoolHigh : South Anchorage High School
Anchorage School District
Students at Ocean View Elementary are 45% White, 15% Two or more races, 13% American Indian, 12% Hispanic, 8% Pacific Islander, 5% Asian, 3% African American.