Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mertarvik 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 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 21:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- 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
School Overview
Mertarvik School's student population of 82 students has grown by 134% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Mertarvik 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 Mertarvik School is 0.00, 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
#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
21:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
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
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mertarvik School's ranking?
Mertarvik 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 Mertarvik School?
82 students attend Mertarvik School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mertarvik School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mertarvik School?
Mertarvik School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mertarvik School offer ?
Mertarvik School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mertarvik School part of?
Mertarvik School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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