Fred Ipalook Elementary vs John Shaw Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 1122 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred Ipalook Elementary
Utqiagvik · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
John Shaw Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
507 students
| Measure | Fred Ipalook Elementary Utqiagvik, Alaska | John Shaw Elementary Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 159 | #56 of 159 |
| National rank | #33833 of 50,301 | #17662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 494 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.2% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 65% |
| city | Utqiagvik | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Shaw Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 37.2).
- •John Shaw Elementary does better on math proficiency (65% vs 35%).
- •John Shaw Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 20%).
- •Fred Ipalook Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.2% vs 41.2%).
- •Fred Ipalook Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.9).
- •John Shaw Elementary is the larger school with 507 students compared with 494.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fred Ipalook Elementary better than John Shaw Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Shaw Elementary ranks higher (60.8 vs 37.2 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 Fred Ipalook Elementary and John Shaw Elementary?
About 1122 km in a straight line, between Utqiagvik and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred Ipalook Elementary: 494. John Shaw Elementary: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred Ipalook Elementary and John Shaw Elementary rank in Alaska?
Fred Ipalook Elementary is 118th of 159 and John Shaw Elementary is 56th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).