Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Port Lions School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Lions School serves the eastern part of its school district in Port Lions, AK, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Lions School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Port Lions School's student population of 25 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Port Lions School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Lions School is 0.48, 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
#28 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
60%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
47%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
5%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 13-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 Port Lions School's ranking?
Port Lions School is ranked #28 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Port Lions School?
25 students attend Port Lions School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Port Lions School students are American Indian, and 40% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Lions School?
Port Lions School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Port Lions School offer ?
Port Lions School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Lions School part of?
Port Lions School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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