Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Skagway School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Skagway School serves the entire Skagway, AK district, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 464 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 23.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skagway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Skagway School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Skagway School ranks within the top 5% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skagway School is 0.39, 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
#14 out of 441 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
21%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.1%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skagway School's ranking?
Skagway School is ranked #14 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skagway School?
The graduation rate of Skagway School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Skagway School?
138 students attend Skagway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Skagway School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skagway School?
Skagway School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Skagway School offer ?
Skagway School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Skagway School part of?
Skagway School is part of Skagway School District.
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