Richard Johnson Elementary School

89 Milton St
Metlakatla, AK 99926
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Richard Johnson Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • : Bottom 50% in AK
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Richard Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Richard Johnson Elementary School's student population of 135 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Richard Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Johnson Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#409 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
23%
6-9%
29%
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
97%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Richard Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Johnson Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 459 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Richard Johnson Elementary School?
135 students attend Richard Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richard Johnson Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Johnson Elementary School?
Richard Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Richard Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Richard Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard Johnson Elementary School part of?
Richard Johnson Elementary School is part of Annette Island School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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