Paul T.
Albert Memorial School in Tununak, AK serves 110 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with an American Indian student population of 100% and a student–teacher ratio of 22:1, which is above the Alaska state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency at the school is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and roughly equal to the district average of 11%.
Reading proficiency stands at 10%, lower than the state average of 29% but higher than the district average of 4%.
Science proficiency is 20%, below the state average of 38% but higher than the district average of 9%.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 78% but slightly higher than the Lower Kuskokwim School District average of 47%.
Enrollment increased from 105 students in 2022 to 110 students in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch reached 100% in 2023, reflecting a high concentration of economically disadvantaged students at this rural Alaska school.
The overall school ranking improved slightly from #374 in 2022 to #368 in 2023 but remains in the bottom 50% statewide.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul T. Albert Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul T. Albert Memorial School's student population of 110 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Motto
It is the mission of the Paul T. Albert Memorial School to provide students with a positive learning environment in which to develop academic skills, responsibility and competence to succeed as lifelong learners in and out of the village.
School Rankings
Paul T. Albert Memorial 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 Paul T. Albert Memorial School is 0.00, 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
22:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
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
<50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coasters
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul T. Albert Memorial School's ranking?
Paul T. Albert Memorial 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 Paul T. Albert Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Paul T. Albert Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Paul T. Albert Memorial School?
110 students attend Paul T. Albert Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Paul T. Albert Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul T. Albert Memorial School?
Paul T. Albert Memorial School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul T. Albert Memorial School offer ?
Paul T. Albert Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paul T. Albert Memorial School part of?
Paul T. Albert Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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