Serving 274 students in grades 6-12, Nome-beltz Middle/high 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nome-Beltz Jr/Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nome, AK, covering approximately 21.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nome-beltz Middle/high's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
School Motto
We inspire and empower students to be culturally grounded responsible citizens who are deeply connected to our community and world.
School Rankings
Nome-beltz Middle/high 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 Nome-beltz Middle/high is 0.56, 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
#397 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
58%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
32%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Nanook (polar Bear)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nome-beltz Middle/high's ranking?
Nome-beltz Middle/high is ranked #397 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Nome-beltz Middle/high often compared to?
Nome-beltz Middle/highis often viewed alongside schools like Diomede School, Unalakleet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nome-beltz Middle/high?
The graduation rate of Nome-beltz Middle/high is 70-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Nome-beltz Middle/high?
274 students attend Nome-beltz Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nome-beltz Middle/high students are American Indian, 32% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nome-beltz Middle/high?
Nome-beltz Middle/high has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nome-beltz Middle/high offer ?
Nome-beltz Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nome-beltz Middle/high part of?
Nome-beltz Middle/high is part of Nome School District.
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