Walter Northway School

About Walter Northway School

Walter Northway School is a public school located in the heart of the city of Vancouver. It is home to over 700 students from kindergarten to grade 12. The school is known for its commitment to excellence in education, and its focus on providing a safe and nurturing environment for all its students.
At Walter Northway School, we are dedicated to helping our students achieve their academic goals. We offer a variety of programs and activities to support our students, including after-school tutoring, special education services, and a strong focus on technology. Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced, and they strive to make learning fun and engaging.
We also have a strong commitment to the community. We are active in local charities and organizations, and we host a variety of events throughout the year to benefit our students and the community.
At Walter Northway School, we believe that every student can achieve their dreams with the right guidance and support. We strive to create an environment where students can reach their full potential and grow into responsible citizens.

Address:	Mile 7 Village Rd Northway, AK 99764
Phone:	(907) 778-2287
Site:	walternorthway.wixsite.com/walternorthwayschool
Grades:	PreK – 12
Enrollment:	54 students

Overview Walter Northway School

Walter Northway School serves 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Walter Northway School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.

Verdict on Walter Northway School

Walter Northway School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Walter Northway School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.