Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kisimgiugtuq 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McQueen School serves the west part of Kivalina, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kisimgiugtuq School's student population of 150 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Kisimgiugtuq 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 Kisimgiugtuq School is 0.13, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
93%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)98%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kisimgiugtuq School's ranking?
Kisimgiugtuq School is ranked #403 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kisimgiugtuq School?
The graduation rate of Kisimgiugtuq School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kisimgiugtuq School?
150 students attend Kisimgiugtuq School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kisimgiugtuq School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kisimgiugtuq School?
Kisimgiugtuq School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kisimgiugtuq School offer ?
Kisimgiugtuq School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kisimgiugtuq School part of?
Kisimgiugtuq School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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