Wales School in Wales, AK, serves 33 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the statewide average ratio.
Math proficiency at Wales School is 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and approximately equal to the Bering Strait School District average of 21%.
Reading proficiency is 20%, lower than the state average of 29% and higher than the district average of 4%, showing consistently low reading performance over recent years.
Science proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38%, indicating stronger performance in science relative to math and reading.
Enrollment has fluctuated slightly with a recent decrease from 46 students in 2019 to 37 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100% in 2023, highlighting a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wales School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wales, AK, covering approximately 28,257.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 185.2 miles and the furthest point reaching 280.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wales School's student population of 31 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Wales 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 Wales School is 0.00, 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
#286 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
100%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Seawolf colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wales School's ranking?
Wales School is ranked #286 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Wales School?
31 students attend Wales School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wales School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wales School?
Wales School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wales School offer ?
Wales School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wales School part of?
Wales School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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