Ladd Elementary is a public school serving grades PK-8 in Fairbanks, Alaska, part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. While Ladd has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past decade, it stands out for its diverse student population and unique community context.
Ladd Elementary has a more racially diverse student body compared to nearby schools, with 49.2% White, 9.15% African American, 18.76% Hispanic, and other minority groups represented. It also has a relatively high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch at 36.61%, higher than the surrounding schools. However, Ladd's academic performance has declined, with lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to district and state averages, though its Science proficiency is higher.
Despite these challenges, Ladd's diversity and community location present opportunities for targeted interventions and strategic planning to improve student outcomes. Exploring best practices from higher-performing schools in the district, such as Barnette Magnet and Chinook Montessori, could yield valuable insights to help Ladd Elementary better support its unique student population and boost academic achievement.
Ladd Elementary ranks 106th of 173 Alaska elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
Students at Ladd Elementary are 50% White, 16% Hispanic, 14% Two or more races, 10% African American, 4% American Indian, 3% Asian, 3% Pacific Islander.
Students who attend Ladd Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Tanana Middle SchoolHigh : Lathrop High School
In the 2023-24 school year, 392 students attended Ladd Elementary.