Serving 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cantwell School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cantwell School serves the southwest part of its district in Cantwell, AK, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 5,749 square miles. Families typically experience a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 136.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cantwell School's student population of 14 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Working together to nurture, empower, and inspire today's students to positively shape tomorrow's world.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cantwell School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
29%
22%
White
57%
47%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
42.5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Cantwell School?
14 students attend Cantwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cantwell School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cantwell School?
Cantwell School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cantwell School offer ?
Cantwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cantwell School part of?
Cantwell School is part of Denali Borough School District.
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