Serving 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Nunamiut 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nunamiut School serves the southeast part of Anaktuvuk Pass, AK, encompassing a small area with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, and with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nunamiut School's student population of 112 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Nunamiut 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 Nunamiut School is 0.27, 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
#368 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
84%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nunamiut School's ranking?
Nunamiut School is ranked #368 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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nunamiut School?
The graduation rate of Nunamiut School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Nunamiut School?
112 students attend Nunamiut School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Nunamiut School students are American Indian, and 16% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nunamiut School?
Nunamiut School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nunamiut School offer ?
Nunamiut School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nunamiut School part of?
Nunamiut School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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