Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Deering 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Deering School serves the southwest part of its school district in Deering, AK, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deering School's student population of 57 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Deering 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 Deering 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1998–2020. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deering School's ranking?
Deering School is ranked #334 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Deering School?
57 students attend Deering School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Deering School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deering School?
Deering School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deering School offer ?
Deering School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deering School part of?
Deering School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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