Kali School in Point Lay, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which is lower than the state average, ranking it among the top 20% for lowest student–teacher ratios in Alaska.
Math proficiency at Kali School is 10%, which is lower than the state average of 32% and the district average of 12%, showing consistently weak math performance.
Reading proficiency is approximately equal to the state average at below 50%, placing the school in Alaska's top 20% for reading/language arts proficiency.
The graduation rate is estimated at 50%, which is significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the North Slope Borough School District average of 72%.
Enrollment decreased slightly from 92 students in 2012 to 88 in 2023, with a majority of students (about 92%) identifying as American Indian, reflecting stable demographic composition at this rural Alaska public school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kali School serves the west part of Point Lay, AK, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kali School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kali School's student population of 75 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kali School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kali School is 0.10, 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
#216 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Showing 2011–2023. 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
7:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
95%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 22-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 Kali School's ranking?
Kali School is ranked #216 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kali School?
The graduation rate of Kali School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kali School?
75 students attend Kali School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kali School students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kali School?
Kali School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kali School offer ?
Kali School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kali School part of?
Kali School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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