Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Totem Correspondence School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Totem Correspondence School's student population of 43 students has grown by 975% 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
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Totem Correspondence School is 0.36, 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
43:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
43 students attend Totem Correspondence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Totem Correspondence School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 43:1, 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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