Ayaprun Elitnaurvik, a rural charter school in Bethel, AK, serves 184 students in grades PK–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the 2023 ratio of 21:1 reported previously.
The school's minority enrollment is 96%, predominantly American Indian students (176), with enrollment decreasing slightly from 197 in 2012 to 184 in 2023.
Math proficiency in 2023 is reported at 6–9%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%.
Reading proficiency is also at 6–9%, below the state average of 29% in 2022, while science proficiency is at or below 20%, lower than the state average of 38%.
The graduation rate is 50% in 2023, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and slightly higher than the district average of 47%.
Overall school rank declined from #292 in 2012 to #397 in 2023 in Alaska rankings.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik's student population of 184 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik 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 Ayaprun Elitnaurvik 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
#397 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
96%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayaprun Elitnaurvik's ranking?
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik is ranked #397 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Ayaprun Elitnaurvik?
184 students attend Ayaprun Elitnaurvik.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ayaprun Elitnaurvik students are American Indian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ayaprun Elitnaurvik?
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ayaprun Elitnaurvik offer ?
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ayaprun Elitnaurvik part of?
Ayaprun Elitnaurvik is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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