Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Klawock City 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Klawock City School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile in Klawock, AK. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Klawock City School's student population of 127 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenge & support students to be the best they can be by providing an excellent education for every student every day.
School Rankings
Klawock City 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 Klawock City School is 0.49, 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
#261 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
67%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chieftains
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Klawock City School's ranking?
Klawock City School is ranked #261 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Klawock City School?
The graduation rate of Klawock City School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Klawock City School?
127 students attend Klawock City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Klawock City School students are American Indian, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Klawock City School?
Klawock City School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Klawock City School offer ?
Klawock City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Klawock City School part of?
Klawock City School is part of Klawock City School District.
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