Chignik Lake School in Chignik Lake, AK serves grades PK–12 with a total enrollment of 23 students and a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 10:1.
Math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and Lake And Peninsula Borough School District's average of 35%.
Reading proficiency stands at 50%, also higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 20%.
Graduation rates at Chignik Lake School are reported at or above 50%, placing it in the top 1% in Alaska, though below the state average graduation rate of 78%.
Enrollment has fluctuated slightly over recent years, with a current student body of 23, and approximately 43% of students qualify for free lunch, indicating socioeconomic considerations within this rural Alaska public school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chignik Lake School serves the southwest part of its school district in Chignik Lake, AK, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chignik Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chignik Lake School's student population of 26 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Motto
We will nourish student growth by investing in partnerships & implementing culturally responsive, place-based education.
School Rankings
Chignik Lake School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chignik Lake School is 0.15, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
92%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
76%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chignik Lake School's ranking?
Chignik Lake School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chignik Lake School?
The graduation rate of Chignik Lake School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 76%.
How many students attend Chignik Lake School?
26 students attend Chignik Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chignik Lake School students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chignik Lake School?
Chignik Lake School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chignik Lake School offer ?
Chignik Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chignik Lake School part of?
Chignik Lake School is part of Lake And Peninsula Borough School District.
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