Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hooper Bay 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hooper Bay School serves the southwest part of its school district in Hooper Bay, AK, covering approximately 4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance area takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone edge and the furthest edge located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hooper Bay School's student population of 364 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hooper Bay 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 Hooper Bay School is 0.02, 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)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
99%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
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 Hooper Bay School's ranking?
Hooper Bay 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 Hooper Bay School?
The graduation rate of Hooper Bay School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Hooper Bay School?
364 students attend Hooper Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hooper Bay School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hooper Bay School?
Hooper Bay School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hooper Bay School offer ?
Hooper Bay School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hooper Bay School part of?
Hooper Bay School is part of Lower Yukon School District.
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