North Star Elementary vs West High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star Elementary
Anchorage · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
317 students
West High School
Anchorage · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,702 students
| Measure | North Star Elementary Anchorage, Alaska | West High School Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 159 | #26 of 49 |
| National rank | #49839 of 50,301 | #12147 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 317 | 1,702 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 1,702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 105.4% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 28% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 8.3).
- •West High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 14%).
- •West High School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 17%).
- •West High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 105.4%).
- •North Star Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 22.1).
- •West High School is the larger school with 1,702 students compared with 317.
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 North Star Elementary better than West High School?
On the Success Index (US), West High School ranks higher (35.3 vs 8.3 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 North Star Elementary and West High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star Elementary: 317. West High School: 1,702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star Elementary and West High School rank in Alaska?
North Star Elementary is 158th of 159 and West High School is 26th of 49 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).