Jeffery A.
Bader Memorial School in Holy Cross, AK serves 19 students in grades K–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the typical Alaska state average.
Math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%, while reading proficiency is also 50%, higher than the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, surpassing the Alaska state average of 38%.
The school's overall ranking improved significantly from #321 in 2019 to #35 in 2023, placing it in the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
Enrollment declined from 25 students in 2023 to current levels at 19, alongside a rising student–teacher ratio from 10:1 in 2022 to 19:1 in 2023; 95% of the student population is minority, predominantly American Indian.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holy Cross School serves the west part of its school district in Holy Cross, AK, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 143.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School's student population of 17 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
17 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is 0.22, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
88%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
White
6%
47%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1996–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. 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 Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School's ranking?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School?
17 students attend Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School offer ?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School part of?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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