Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat serves 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Attendance Zone: Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat serves the northeast part of Bethel, AK, covering an attendance zone of approximately 48.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat's student population of 261 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat is 0.28, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
84%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat?
261 students attend Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat students are American Indian, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat offer ?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat part of?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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