Serving 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, William Sonny Nelson School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Sonny Nelson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William Sonny Nelson School's student population of 11 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Sonny Nelson School ranks within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Sonny Nelson School is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
73%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
40%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Sonny Nelson School's ranking?
William Sonny Nelson School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend William Sonny Nelson School?
11 students attend William Sonny Nelson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of William Sonny Nelson School students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Sonny Nelson School?
William Sonny Nelson School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Sonny Nelson School offer ?
William Sonny Nelson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is William Sonny Nelson School part of?
William Sonny Nelson School is part of Southwest Region School District.
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