Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Emmonak 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 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 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: Emmonak School serves the northwest part of Emmonak, AK, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emmonak School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe that all children can learn!
School Rankings
Emmonak 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 Emmonak School is 0.11, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
94%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmonak School's ranking?
Emmonak 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 Emmonak School?
The graduation rate of Emmonak School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Emmonak School?
236 students attend Emmonak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Emmonak School students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmonak School?
Emmonak School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emmonak School offer ?
Emmonak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmonak School part of?
Emmonak School is part of Lower Yukon School District.
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