Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Tukurngailnguq School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tukurngailnguq School's student population of 239 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tukurngailnguq School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tukurngailnguq School is 0.04, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
98%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.8%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
41%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tukurngailnguq School's ranking?
Tukurngailnguq School is ranked #403 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tukurngailnguq School?
The graduation rate of Tukurngailnguq School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Tukurngailnguq School?
239 students attend Tukurngailnguq School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tukurngailnguq School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tukurngailnguq School?
Tukurngailnguq School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tukurngailnguq School offer ?
Tukurngailnguq School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tukurngailnguq School part of?
Tukurngailnguq School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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