Serving 19 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chignik Lagoon School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- 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 Lagoon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chignik Lagoon School's student population of 19 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chignik Lagoon School is 0.44, 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
10:1
15:1
American Indian
68%
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
32%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Lagoon School?
19 students attend Chignik Lagoon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Chignik Lagoon School students are American Indian, and 32% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chignik Lagoon School?
Chignik Lagoon School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chignik Lagoon School offer ?
Chignik Lagoon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chignik Lagoon School part of?
Chignik Lagoon School is part of Lake And Peninsula Borough School District.
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