Serving 60 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Koliganek 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Koliganek School serves the eastern part of the Dillingham, AK school district, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 63.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koliganek School's student population of 60 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Koliganek 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 Koliganek School is 0.06, 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
#340 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
97%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
73%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koliganek School's ranking?
Koliganek School is ranked #340 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Koliganek School often compared to?
Koliganek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Ivan Blunka School, Clarks Point School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Koliganek School?
The graduation rate of Koliganek School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 73%.
How many students attend Koliganek School?
60 students attend Koliganek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Koliganek School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koliganek School?
Koliganek School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Koliganek School offer ?
Koliganek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Koliganek School part of?
Koliganek School is part of Southwest Region School District.
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