Dot Lake School serves 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Dot Lake School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (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 <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dot Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dot Lake School's student population of 8 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dot Lake School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Dot Lake School is 0.38, 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
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
75%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
25%
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
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
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 Dot Lake School's ranking?
Dot Lake School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Dot Lake School?
8 students attend Dot Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dot Lake School students are American Indian, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dot Lake School?
Dot Lake School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dot Lake School offer ?
Dot Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dot Lake School part of?
Dot Lake School is part of Alaska Gateway School District.
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