Akiak School in Akiak, AK serves 139 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 5%, which is significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is also 5%, lower than the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency stands at 20%, lower than the state average of 38%, with all three core subject proficiencies placing the school in the bottom 50% statewide.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%, and has remained stable at that level in recent years.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 140 students over the last five years, with 100% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need in this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Akiak School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Akiak school district, covering approximately 16.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Akiak School's student population of 135 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akiak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akiak School is 0.00, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2002–2024. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
22%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akiak School's ranking?
Akiak School is ranked #403 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akiak School?
The graduation rate of Akiak School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Akiak School?
135 students attend Akiak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Akiak School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akiak School?
Akiak School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Akiak School offer ?
Akiak School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akiak School part of?
Akiak School is part of Yupiit School District.
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