White Mountain School in White Mountain, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which ranks in the top 20% for student attention among Alaska public schools and is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency ranges from 11% to 19%, which is lower than the state average of 32% in 2023, reflecting performance in the bottom 50% of Alaska schools.
Reading proficiency is 10%, significantly lower than the state average of 29% and district average of 4%, placing the school in the bottom 50% for reading performance.
Science proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38% and ranks in the top 30% among Alaska schools.
Enrollment increased slightly from 67 students in 2022 to 72 students in 2023, with free lunch eligibility rising from 85% to 100%, indicating a growing low–income student population at this Title I New Alaska public school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: White Mountain School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in White Mountain, AK, covering approximately 28,257 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 116 miles and the furthest edge located 271.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
White Mountain School's student population of 66 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
White Mountain 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 White Mountain 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
#361 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
49%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Mountain School's ranking?
White Mountain School is ranked #361 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?
11-19% 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).
How many students attend White Mountain School?
66 students attend White Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of White Mountain School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Mountain School?
White Mountain School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does White Mountain School offer ?
White Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Mountain School part of?
White Mountain School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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