Denali Elementary vs Hunter Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denali Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
300 students
Hunter Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
332 students
| Measure | Denali Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska | Hunter Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 159 | #145 of 159 |
| National rank | #39253 of 50,301 | #45291 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 300 | 332 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 65.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denali Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 19.3).
- •Denali Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Denali Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Denali Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 65.1%).
- •Denali Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.5).
- •Hunter Elementary is the larger school with 332 students compared with 300.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Denali Elementary better than Hunter Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Denali Elementary ranks higher (28.9 vs 19.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Denali Elementary and Hunter Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denali Elementary: 300. Hunter Elementary: 332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denali Elementary and Hunter Elementary rank in Alaska?
Denali Elementary is 128th of 159 and Hunter Elementary is 145th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).