George Morgan Sr.
High School in Kalskag, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 73 students enrolled across grades 6–12, and a minority enrollment of 99%, predominantly American Indian students.
Math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is also 10%, lower than the state average of 29%, indicating below–average academic performance in core subjects.
Science proficiency stands at 20%, which is lower than the state average of 38%, reflecting continued challenges in science achievement relative to state levels.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 78%, with this rate remaining stable over recent years.
Enrollment declined from 77 students in 2021 to 61 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 66% in 2021 to 100% in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic needs at this rural Alaska high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Morgan Sr. High School serves the west part of the Kalskag, AK school district, encompassing an area of approximately 38.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Morgan Sr. High School's student population of 64 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
George Morgan Sr. High 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 George Morgan Sr. High 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
9:1
15:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1999–2024. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Morgan Sr. High School's ranking?
George Morgan Sr. High 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 George Morgan Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of George Morgan Sr. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend George Morgan Sr. High School?
64 students attend George Morgan Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of George Morgan Sr. High School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Morgan Sr. High School?
George Morgan Sr. High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does George Morgan Sr. High School offer ?
George Morgan Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Morgan Sr. High School part of?
George Morgan Sr. High School is part of Kuspuk School District.
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