Takotna Community School in Takotna, AK, serves PreK–12 with a current enrollment of 10 students and a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 8 to 1.
The school's math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is also 50%, exceeding the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency at Takotna Community School is 50%, higher than the state average of 38%, showing improvement from 20% proficiency in 2021.
The overall school ranking improved from #81 in 2021 to #35 in 2023, placing it in the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
Enrollment declined from 21 students in 2019 to 10 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 62% in 2019 to 100% in 2023, indicating a significant increase in socioeconomic need at this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Takotna Community School serves the northeast part of its school district in Takotna, AK, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Takotna Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Takotna Community School's student population of 11 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
The Heart of Alaska
School Rankings
Takotna Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Takotna Community School is 0.72, which is more 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Takotna Community School's ranking?
Takotna Community School is ranked #35 out of 441 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 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Takotna Community School?
11 students attend Takotna Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Takotna Community School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are American Indian, 27% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Takotna Community School?
Takotna Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Takotna Community School offer ?
Takotna Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Takotna Community School part of?
Takotna Community School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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