Serving 29 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Port Graham 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Graham School serves the southern part of Homer, AK, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Graham School's student population of 29 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
29 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Graham 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 Port Graham School is 0.37, 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
#266 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
76%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Graham School's ranking?
Port Graham School is ranked #266 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?
21-39% 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).
How many students attend Port Graham School?
29 students attend Port Graham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Port Graham School students are American Indian, and 24% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Graham School?
Port Graham School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Port Graham School offer ?
Port Graham School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Graham School part of?
Port Graham School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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