Kaltag School in Kaltag, AK, serves 25 students across grades Pre–K through 12 with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency at Kaltag School is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and the Yukon–Koyukuk School District average of 33%.
Reading proficiency is 50%, also higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 27%, showing improvement from previous years when proficiency was as low as 20%.
The school's overall ranking improved significantly from #315 in 2021 to #35 in 2023, placing it in the top 10% of Alaska public schools.
Enrollment has remained steady around 25 students recently, but free lunch eligibility increased sharply from 46% in 2021 to 88% in 2023, indicating a rising proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaltag School serves the southwest part of Kaltag, AK, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaltag 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
Kaltag School's student population of 24 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Kaltag 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 Kaltag School is 0.21, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
88%
22%
White
12%
47%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaltag School's ranking?
Kaltag 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 Kaltag School?
24 students attend Kaltag School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kaltag School students are American Indian, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaltag School?
Kaltag School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kaltag School offer ?
Kaltag School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kaltag School part of?
Kaltag School is part of Yukon-Koyukuk School District.
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