Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chief Paul Memorial 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 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chief Paul Memorial School serves the southwest part of Kipnuk, AK, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Paul Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chief Paul Memorial School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chief Paul Memorial 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 Chief Paul Memorial 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
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 (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-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 Chief Paul Memorial School's ranking?
Chief Paul Memorial 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 Chief Paul Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Chief Paul Memorial School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Chief Paul Memorial School?
222 students attend Chief Paul Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chief Paul Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chief Paul Memorial School?
Chief Paul Memorial School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chief Paul Memorial School offer ?
Chief Paul Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chief Paul Memorial School part of?
Chief Paul Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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