Turnagain Elementary

3500 W Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99517

turnagain.asdk12.org/

308 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Turnagain Elementary, located in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, is a vibrant public school within the Anchorage School District known for its strong sense of community and commitment to academic excellence. Serving a diverse student population, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to grow not only intellectually but also socially and emotionally. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative learning.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Turnagain Elementary is noted for its active parent involvement and its focus on the "whole child." The school often emphasizes outdoor learning and appreciation for the unique Alaskan environment, integrating local culture and nature into the educational experience. With a dedicated staff and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, Turnagain works to provide a well-rounded foundation for its students, preparing them for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

308

Total Students

18.2

Full-Time Teachers

16.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turnagain Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	155
Hispanic	17
Black	2
Asian	14
Two or More	54
American Indian	41
Pacific Islander	25

White
155 (50.3 %)
Two or More
54 (17.5 %)
American Indian
41 (13.3 %)
Pacific Islander
25 (8.1 %)
Hispanic
17 (5.5 %)
Asian
14 (4.5 %)
Black
2 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Anchorage School District
Phone:	(907)742-7200
Website:	http://turnagain.asdk12.org/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	308
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	79
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	12

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 40

Grade 1 56

Grade 2 48

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 38

Grade 5 45

Grade 6 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Turnagain Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	40
Grade 1	56
Grade 2	48
Grade 3	44
Grade 4	38
Grade 5	45
Grade 6	37

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Turnagain Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	153	49.7%
Male	155	50.3%

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