Totem Correspondence School in Hydaburg, AK serves 43 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 43:1, significantly higher than typical ratios for Alaska schools.
Minority enrollment at the school is 21%, composed mainly of American Indian and Asian/Pacific Islander students, with a stable gender balance of 47% male and 53% female.
Graduation rates have been at or near 50% for multiple years, which is lower than the Alaska state average of approximately 78%.
Math and reading proficiency scores are below 50%, falling lower than the state averages of 32% for math and 29% for reading proficiency in the most recent reporting year.
Science proficiency is reported at 20% in 2021, which is below the 38% state average, indicating challenges in core subject areas for this primarily virtual rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hydaburg Correspondence School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hydaburg, AK, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Totem Correspondence School's student population of 41 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Totem Correspondence School is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Totem Correspondence School?
The graduation rate of Totem Correspondence School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Totem Correspondence School?
41 students attend Totem Correspondence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Totem Correspondence School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Totem Correspondence School?
Totem Correspondence School has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Totem Correspondence School offer ?
Totem Correspondence School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Totem Correspondence School part of?
Totem Correspondence School is part of Hydaburg City School District.
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