Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fort Yukon 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Yukon School serves the southwest part of its district in Fort Yukon, AK, with an attendance area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Yukon School's student population of 76 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Yukon 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 Fort Yukon 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
#368 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)
≤10%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. 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 2013–2023. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
5%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 13-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 Fort Yukon School's ranking?
Fort Yukon School is ranked #368 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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Yukon School?
The graduation rate of Fort Yukon School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Fort Yukon School?
76 students attend Fort Yukon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort Yukon School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Yukon School?
Fort Yukon School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fort Yukon School offer ?
Fort Yukon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Yukon School part of?
Fort Yukon School is part of Yukon Flats School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Lack of leadership has prevented this school from making good gains in reading and math. Lack of leadership and honesty in Special Education is damaging.
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