Serving 9 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Whale Pass School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whale Pass School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whale Pass School's student population of 9 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whale Pass School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whale Pass School is 0.50, 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
#26 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
44%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
30%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whale Pass School's ranking?
Whale Pass School is ranked #26 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Whale Pass School?
9 students attend Whale Pass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Whale Pass School students are White, and 44% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Pass School?
Whale Pass School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whale Pass School offer ?
Whale Pass School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whale Pass School part of?
Whale Pass School is part of Southeast Island School District.
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