King Cove School in King Cove, AK serves 86 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 16:1.
The majority of students (91%) are minority, primarily American Indian (78 students), and approximately 88% of students qualify for free lunch, reflecting a high level of socioeconomic need.
Math proficiency ranged from 30% to 39% in recent years, which is approximately equal to the state average of 32%, while reading proficiency is between 11% and 19%, which is lower than the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency is between 21% and 39%, lower than the state average science proficiency of 38%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #164 in 2014 to #271 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Alaska public schools.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King Cove School serves the southwest part of its district in King Cove, AK, covering an area of approximately 25.7 square miles. Most families live within a 3.4-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.8 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 10 to 12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Cove School's student population of 67 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Cove 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 King Cove School is 0.18, 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
#271 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
90%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.2%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
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 King Cove School's ranking?
King Cove School is ranked #271 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are King Cove School often compared to?
King Cove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Point School, False Pass School, Akutan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of King Cove School?
The graduation rate of King Cove School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend King Cove School?
67 students attend King Cove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of King Cove School students are American Indian, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Cove School?
King Cove School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does King Cove School offer ?
King Cove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King Cove School part of?
King Cove School is part of Aleutians East Borough School District.
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