Serving 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Port Alexander School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Alexander School serves the entire district of Port Alexander, AK, covering a vast area of approximately 10,634 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 180 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Alexander School's student population of 11 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Port Alexander 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
100%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
27%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Port Alexander School?
11 students attend Port Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Port Alexander School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Alexander School?
Port Alexander School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Port Alexander School offer ?
Port Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Alexander School part of?
Port Alexander School is part of Southeast Island School District.
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