Maudrey J. Sommer School serves 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Maudrey J. Sommer School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maudrey J. Sommer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maudrey J. Sommer School's student population of 26 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maudrey J. Sommer School is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Maudrey J. Sommer 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
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
92%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (97-98)
62%
25%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maudrey J. Sommer School's ranking?
Maudrey J. Sommer School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Maudrey J. Sommer School?
26 students attend Maudrey J. Sommer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Maudrey J. Sommer School students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maudrey J. Sommer School?
Maudrey J. Sommer School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maudrey J. Sommer School offer ?
Maudrey J. Sommer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Maudrey J. Sommer School part of?
Maudrey J. Sommer School is part of Tanana City School District.
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