Serving 7 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 4:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- 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
Cruikshank School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cruikshank School's student population of 7 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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
4:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
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
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
7 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 4:1, 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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