Slana School

Mile 4 Nabesna Rd
Gakona, AK 99586
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 10 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Slana School ranks in the top 10% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 10% in AK
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Slana School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

School Overview

Slana School's student population of 10 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

School Rankings

Slana School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slana School is 0.42, 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)
#37 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
<50%
23%
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
70%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
5%
7%
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 Slana School's ranking?
Slana School is ranked #37 out of 459 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 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Slana School?
10 students attend Slana School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Slana School students are American Indian, and 30% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slana School?
Slana School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slana School offer ?
Slana School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slana School part of?
Slana School is part of Copper River School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 10%
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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