Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Davis-ramoth School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Davis-Ramoth School serves the southern part of Selawik, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis-ramoth School's student population of 252 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davis-ramoth School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis-ramoth School is 0.08, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
96%
22%
Two or more races
4%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis-ramoth School's ranking?
Davis-ramoth School is ranked #403 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Davis-ramoth School?
The graduation rate of Davis-ramoth School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Davis-ramoth School?
252 students attend Davis-ramoth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Davis-ramoth School students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis-ramoth School?
Davis-ramoth School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Davis-ramoth School offer ?
Davis-ramoth School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davis-ramoth School part of?
Davis-ramoth School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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