Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Nunam Iqua 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 ≤10% (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 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheldon Point School serves the northwest part of Nunam Iqua, AK, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nunam Iqua School's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nunam Iqua 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 Nunam Iqua School is 0.11, 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
#334 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
94%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1990–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
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)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nunam Iqua School's ranking?
Nunam Iqua School is ranked #334 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?
≤10% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Nunam Iqua School?
The graduation rate of Nunam Iqua School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Nunam Iqua School?
64 students attend Nunam Iqua School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nunam Iqua School students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nunam Iqua School?
Nunam Iqua School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nunam Iqua School offer ?
Nunam Iqua School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nunam Iqua School part of?
Nunam Iqua School is part of Lower Yukon School District.
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