Craig Elementary School serves 99 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Craig Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (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 30-39% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Craig Elementary School's student population of 99 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Craig Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% 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 Craig Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#205 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
21%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
37%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Craig Elementary School's ranking?
Craig Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Craig Elementary School?
99 students attend Craig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Craig Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Elementary School?
Craig Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Craig Elementary School offer ?
Craig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Craig Elementary School part of?
Craig Elementary School is part of Craig City School District.
School Calendar
View the Craig Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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