For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 14 students in Gakona, AK.
Gakona, AK public school have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alaska public schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Gakona, AK (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Slana School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Mile 4 Nabesna Rd
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Gr: PK-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Gakona, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gakona, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Gakona, AK include Slana School.
How many public schools are located in Gakona?
1 public schools are located in Gakona.
What is the racial composition of students in Gakona?
Gakona public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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