Bristol Bay Middle/high School in Naknek, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 52 students enrolled in grades 7–12, located in a rural setting within the Bristol Bay Borough School District.
Math proficiency stands at 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, while reading proficiency is also 20%, below the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 38%, showing relative strength in this subject among New Jersey public high schools.
The school's graduation rate remains at 50%, significantly lower than the state average of 78%, indicating challenges in student completion.
Enrollment declined from 68 students in 2018 to 52 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose sharply to 100% in 2023, reflecting a notable increase in socioeconomic need at this Alaska rural high school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristol Bay Middle/High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Naknek, AK, encompassing approximately 887.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 16.3 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge located 36.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Bay Middle/high School's student population of 49 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristol Bay Middle/high 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 Bristol Bay Middle/high School is 0.48, 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
#286 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
70%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Bay Middle/high School's ranking?
Bristol Bay Middle/high School is ranked #286 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bristol Bay Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Bristol Bay Middle/high School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Bristol Bay Middle/high School?
49 students attend Bristol Bay Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bristol Bay Middle/high School students are American Indian, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Bay Middle/high School?
Bristol Bay Middle/high School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bristol Bay Middle/high School offer ?
Bristol Bay Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristol Bay Middle/high School part of?
Bristol Bay Middle/high School is part of Bristol Bay Borough School District.
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