William Miller Memorial School in Napakiak, AK serves 100 students in grades PK–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 25:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and approximately equal to the Lower Kuskokwim School District average of 11%.
Reading proficiency is 10%, lower than the state average of 29% but higher than the district average of 4%, with proficiency remaining stable in recent years.
Science proficiency stands at 20%, below the state average of 38% and above the district average of 9%, indicating consistently low performance relative to the state.
Enrollment decreased slightly from 105 students in 2021 to 86 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100%, reflecting a sustained high level of socioeconomic need at this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Miller Memorial School serves the northeast part of Napakiak, AK, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Miller Memorial School's student population of 78 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Miller Memorial 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 William Miller Memorial 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
#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)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Showing 2007–2020. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Miller Memorial School's ranking?
William Miller Memorial 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 William Miller Memorial School?
The graduation rate of William Miller Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend William Miller Memorial School?
78 students attend William Miller Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of William Miller Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Miller Memorial School?
William Miller Memorial School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Miller Memorial School offer ?
William Miller Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Miller Memorial School part of?
William Miller Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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