Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Sand Point School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Point School serves the eastern part of its school district in Sand Point, AK, covering an area of approximately 41.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Point School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sand Point School's student population of 85 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Point School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Point School is 0.55, 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
#191 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
65%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
10%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
37%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Point School's ranking?
Sand Point School is ranked #191 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Sand Point School often compared to?
Sand Point Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Cove School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sand Point School?
The graduation rate of Sand Point School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Sand Point School?
85 students attend Sand Point School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sand Point School students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Point School?
Sand Point School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sand Point School offer ?
Sand Point School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sand Point School part of?
Sand Point School is part of Aleutians East Borough School District.
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