Serving 85 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meade River School's student population of 85 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meade River 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 Meade River School is 0.13, 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
#334 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
93%
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
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 Meade River School's ranking?
Meade River School is ranked #334 out of 441 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?
≤10% 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).
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?
85 students attend Meade River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Meade River School students are American Indian, and 7% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meade River School offer ?
Meade River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meade River School part of?
Meade River School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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