Serving 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chignik Bay School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chignik Bay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chignik Bay School's student population of 11 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chignik Bay 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 39% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AK state average).
How many students attend Chignik Bay School?
11 students attend Chignik Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Chignik Bay School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chignik Bay School?
Chignik Bay School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chignik Bay School offer ?
Chignik Bay School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chignik Bay School part of?
Chignik Bay School is part of Lake And Peninsula Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2022
I love this school. Kids should really go to this school to keep it open. Best school in the world! There is no school like this one I have ever gone to. :)
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