Portage Creek School in Dillingham, AK, serves 7 students from grades K through 8 with a student–teacher ratio not available due to zero teachers reported from 2015 to 2023.
Math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and the Southwest Region School District average of 8%, remaining stable over recent years.
Reading proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 3%, showing consistent performance above regional benchmarks.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38% but lower than the district average of 69% in 2022.
Enrollment has remained steady at 7 students since 2015, with all students identified as American Indian and 2 classified as migrant, indicating no significant demographic changes in recent years.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Portage Creek School?
7 students attend Portage Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Portage Creek School students are American Indian.
What grades does Portage Creek School offer ?
Portage Creek School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Portage Creek School part of?
Portage Creek School is part of Southwest Region School District.
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