Serving 88 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kali 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Kali School's student population of 88 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kali School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
92%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
88 students attend Kali School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kali School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kali School?
Kali School has a student ration of 8:1, 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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