Tuluksak School in Tuluksak, AK, serves 124 students with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is also 10%, lower than the state average of 29%.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%, and the school's overall testing rank is in the bottom 50% statewide.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, higher than the state average of 38%, showing a stronger performance in this subject area relative to math and reading.
Enrollment decreased from 144 students in 2021 to 124 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch has remained at or near 100%, reflecting consistent socioeconomic characteristics in this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuluksak School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tuluksak, AK, encompassing approximately 16.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuluksak School's student population of 133 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuluksak 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 Tuluksak School is 0.02, 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
#368 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
99%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuluksak School's ranking?
Tuluksak School is ranked #368 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuluksak School?
The graduation rate of Tuluksak School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Tuluksak School?
133 students attend Tuluksak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Tuluksak School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuluksak School?
Tuluksak School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tuluksak School offer ?
Tuluksak School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuluksak School part of?
Tuluksak School is part of Yupiit School District.
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