Chaputnguak School

102 Village Rd
Chefornak, AK 99561
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chaputnguak 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 23%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • : <50% (Top 1% in AK)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chaputnguak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Chaputnguak School's student population of 132 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

School Rankings

Chaputnguak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaputnguak School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#417 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
23%
≤5%
29%
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
(20-21)
<50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chaputnguak School's ranking?
Chaputnguak School is ranked #417 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Chaputnguak School often compared to?
Chaputnguak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akiuk Memorial School, Nelson Island Area School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaputnguak School?
The graduation rate of Chaputnguak School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Chaputnguak School?
132 students attend Chaputnguak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chaputnguak School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaputnguak School?
Chaputnguak School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chaputnguak School offer ?
Chaputnguak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chaputnguak School part of?
Chaputnguak School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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