Summary:
The 99714 zip code is home to a single elementary school, Salcha Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 66 students. While it may not be considered a "standout" school, Salcha Elementary has some notable characteristics that set it apart.
Salcha Elementary's student population is predominantly White (65.15%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (12.12%) and Native American (6.06%) students. The school outperforms the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District and the state of Alaska in science/ASA proficiency, with 58.33% of students scoring proficient or better, compared to 42.79% for the district and 36.93% for the state. However, the school underperforms the district and state in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Salcha Elementary has a relatively high percentage of students (42.42%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher level of economic need among the student population. The school's spending per student is $27,792, which is significantly higher than the district and state averages. Additionally, the school's student-teacher ratio is 13.2 for the 2022-2023 school year. While the school's small size may present both challenges and opportunities, the high spending per student and the declining rank within the state raise questions about the allocation and effectiveness of the school's resources.
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