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As the 88th largest school district in the country, the Anchorage
School District is diverse in its staff, students
and program offerings. Approximately 50,000
students attend ASD schools. They are taught
by a well-qualified staff that sets high expectations and achieves
great results. Located in southcentral Alaska,
we have schools in Anchorage, Eagle
River, Chugiak and Girdwood.
(School Facilities Map or
Administrative Facilities Map
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Student
Diversity |
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ASD students speak 84 different languages at home. After English, the five most common are Spanish, Hmong, Tagalog, Samoan and Korean. This year, for the first time, minority students comprise 50 percent of the student population. |
| This diversity provides students the ability to interact with peers from many different backgrounds, expanding their knowledge of other cultures and preparing for life in a global society. |
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Academic success
Student test scores are better than national and state averages, and
graduates earn millions of dollars in scholarships each year. Parents overwhelmingly give teachers and
schools high marks. The district is led by a superintendent and
school board who are strongly committed to helping all students achieve academic success.
Student population
The Anchorage School District student population reflects the rich cultural and
ethnic diversity of the community. Anchorage is an educational, medical and commercial hub for Alaska and is home to many
Alaska Natives. Many immigrants from around the globe live in Anchorage and 93 different languages are spoken
by district schoolchildren. Roughly 42 percent of students are from ethnic minority groups.
Curriculum
All Anchorage students benefit from a curriculum strong in the core studies of language
arts, math, social studies, science, health and physical education. The curriculum is also rich in music and art.
Anchorage is a leader among school districts in its alternative program offerings.
Parents have the opportunity to enroll their children in neighborhood schools with a standard curriculum or in a
variety of alternative programs focused on science, the arts or language immersion. Some schools follow specific
educational disciplines such as Montessori, open optional or ABC (back-to-basics). The district is also home to
several charter schools.
Public opinion
The Anchorage School District regularly surveys the general community
to track attitudes and opinions. Click
here to browse through past surveys.
About Anchorage
Anchorage is a thriving metropolitan city, known for its exceptional quality of life. The city's 260,000
residents enjoy world-class arts, entertainment and fine dining. Downtown high-rise hotels and office buildings
are a hassle-free 10-15 minute drive from quiet residential subdivisions and the mountains of the Chugach range are
visible from every neighborhood. Anchorage has the conveniences of shopping malls, movie theaters, state-of-the-art
hospitals, and several colleges and universities. All this is just minutes from Mother Nature's spectacular outdoor
playground, perfect for hiking, biking, skiing, camping, fishing, hunting and boating.
Nestled between the Alaska Range and the warm Japanese current,
Anchorage residents are protected from extreme temperatures and enjoy
a moderate, maritime climate. The average temperature is 65°F in July and 20°F
in January.
Are you relocating to Alaska and need more information about the state? Here are a few links to other Web sites you
might find useful:
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