Mcgrath School in Mc Grath, AK serves grades PK–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, while reading proficiency is 20%, also lower than the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, higher than the state average of 38%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #268 in 2022 to #286 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Alaska public schools.
Enrollment decreased from 52 students in 2018 to 42 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility rose significantly from 75% in 2018 to 100% in 2023, reflecting a notable increase in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McGrath School serves the northeast part of its school district in McGrath, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest zone boundary located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcgrath School's student population of 36 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Mcgrath 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 Mcgrath School is 0.72, which is more 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
#286 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
41%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
28%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgrath School's ranking?
Mcgrath School is ranked #286 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Mcgrath School?
36 students attend Mcgrath School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mcgrath School students are American Indian, 28% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgrath School?
Mcgrath School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcgrath School offer ?
Mcgrath School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcgrath School part of?
Mcgrath School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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