Serving 86 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, King Cove School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Cove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
King Cove School's student population of 86 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.17, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
91%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
9%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
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 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, Akutan School, False Pass 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?
86 students attend King Cove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of King Cove School students are American Indian, and 9% 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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