Aniguiin School in Elim, AK, serves 106 students in grades prekindergarten through 12 with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio of 12:1.
Math proficiency at Aniguiin School is 5%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 21%, showing a consistent decline from 10% in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 5%, which is lower than the state average of 29% and approximately equal to the district average of 4%, with notable volatility in recent years.
Graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than both the Alaska state average of 78% and the district average of 70%, remaining stable at this lower level over multiple years.
Minority enrollment is 96%, consisting predominantly of American Indian students, and enrollment has remained stable with about 105–120 students over recent years while free lunch eligibility reached 100% in 2023, indicating a sustained high level of socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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: Aniguiin School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Elim, AK, encompassing approximately 28,257 square miles. Families may find that typical drives to the school take between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 117 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 303.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aniguiin School's student population of 90 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aniguiin 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 Aniguiin School is 0.08, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
96%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aniguiin School's ranking?
Aniguiin 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 Aniguiin School?
The graduation rate of Aniguiin School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Aniguiin School?
90 students attend Aniguiin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Aniguiin School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aniguiin School?
Aniguiin School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aniguiin School offer ?
Aniguiin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aniguiin School part of?
Aniguiin School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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