Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Napaaqtugmiut 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Napaaqtugmiut School serves the west part of Noatak, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Napaaqtugmiut School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Napaaqtugmiut School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Napaaqtugmiut 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 Napaaqtugmiut School is 0.02, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
99%
22%
Asian
1%
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
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napaaqtugmiut School's ranking?
Napaaqtugmiut School is ranked #403 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Napaaqtugmiut School?
The graduation rate of Napaaqtugmiut School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Napaaqtugmiut School?
161 students attend Napaaqtugmiut School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Napaaqtugmiut School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Napaaqtugmiut School?
Napaaqtugmiut School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Napaaqtugmiut School offer ?
Napaaqtugmiut School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Napaaqtugmiut School part of?
Napaaqtugmiut School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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