Serving 16 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cruikshank School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cruikshank School serves the southwest area of Beaver, AK, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cruikshank School's student population of 16 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cruikshank School is 0.00, 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
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Central Yup’ik colors
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: 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).
How many students attend Cruikshank School?
16 students attend Cruikshank School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cruikshank School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cruikshank School?
Cruikshank School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cruikshank School offer ?
Cruikshank School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cruikshank School part of?
Cruikshank School is part of Yukon Flats School District.
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