Chiniak School serves 17 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Chiniak School placed 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 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chiniak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chiniak School's student population of 17 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chiniak School is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Chiniak School is 0.56, 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
#68 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1

American Indian
47%
22%

Asian
n/a
5%

Hispanic
n/a
8%

Black
n/a
2%

White
47%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Chiniak School's ranking?
Chiniak School is ranked #68 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 36% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Chiniak School?
17 students attend Chiniak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Chiniak School students are American Indian, 47% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chiniak School?
Chiniak School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chiniak School offer ?
Chiniak School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chiniak School part of?
Chiniak School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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