Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Brevig Mission School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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: Brevig Mission School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 28,257 square miles in Brevig Mission, AK. The typical drive to the school is around 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 153 miles, reaching up to 233 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brevig Mission School's student population of 163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brevig Mission 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 Brevig Mission School is 0.06, 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
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
97%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brevig Mission School's ranking?
Brevig Mission 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 Brevig Mission School?
The graduation rate of Brevig Mission School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Brevig Mission School?
163 students attend Brevig Mission School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brevig Mission School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brevig Mission School?
Brevig Mission School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brevig Mission School offer ?
Brevig Mission School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brevig Mission School part of?
Brevig Mission School is part of Bering Strait School District.
School Reviews
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Our school is lowest in Alaska in math and reading .because we need new. Teachers that can. Help the students .
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