Chignik Lake School serves 15 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 35%) for the 2016-17 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 41%) for the 2016-17 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- 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 Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chignik Lake School's student population of 15 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
15 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Chignik Lake School is 0.13, 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)
(16-17)<50%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1

American Indian
93%
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
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
20%
5%

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 35% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
15 students attend Chignik Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chignik Lake School students are American Indian, and 7% 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 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chignik Lake School offer ?
Chignik Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
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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