Serving 39 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Martin L. Olson 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 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin L. Olson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Martin L. Olson School's student population of 39 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Martin L. Olson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin L. Olson School is 0.15, 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
#268 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
92%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
12%
4%
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 Martin L. Olson School's ranking?
Martin L. Olson School is ranked #268 out of 459 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin L. Olson School?
The graduation rate of Martin L. Olson School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Martin L. Olson School?
39 students attend Martin L. Olson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Martin L. Olson School students are American Indian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin L. Olson School?
Martin L. Olson School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martin L. Olson School offer ?
Martin L. Olson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin L. Olson School part of?
Martin L. Olson School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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