Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-2,
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat's student population of 287 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat is 0.22, 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
16:1
14:1
American Indian
88%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat?
287 students attend Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat offer ?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat part of?
Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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