Koyuk–malimiut School in Koyuk, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average, supporting more individualized student attention typical of a rural Alaska public school.
Math proficiency ranges between 11–19%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 21%, indicating ongoing challenges in math achievement.
Reading proficiency is 10% or less, significantly lower than the state average of 29% and district average of 4%, with no upward trend observed in recent years.
The graduation rate stands at 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the Bering Strait School District average of 70%, showing a persistent gap in student completion rates.
Enrollment declined from 117 students in 2019 to 83 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100%, reflecting shifting socioeconomic demographics in this Alaska rural school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Koyuk-Malimiut School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 28,257 square miles around Koyuk, AK. Families within this expansive area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 133 miles and the furthest edge extending nearly 340 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koyuk-malimiut School's student population of 101 students has grown by 8% 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
101 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Koyuk-malimiut 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 Koyuk-malimiut 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
#361 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
97%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Malemutes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koyuk-malimiut School's ranking?
Koyuk-malimiut School is ranked #361 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?
11-19% 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 Koyuk-malimiut School?
The graduation rate of Koyuk-malimiut School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Koyuk-malimiut School?
101 students attend Koyuk-malimiut School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Koyuk-malimiut School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koyuk-malimiut School?
Koyuk-malimiut School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Koyuk-malimiut School offer ?
Koyuk-malimiut School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Koyuk-malimiut School part of?
Koyuk-malimiut School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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