Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Meade River 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meade River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Meade River School's student population of 77 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meade River School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meade River 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
#377 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
97%
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
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meade River School's ranking?
Meade River School is ranked #377 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Meade River School often compared to?
Meade River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrow High School, Tikigaq School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meade River School?
The graduation rate of Meade River School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Meade River School?
77 students attend Meade River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Meade River School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meade River School?
Meade River School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meade River School offer ?
Meade River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Meade River School part of?
Meade River School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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