Yakov E.
Netsvetov School in Atka, AK, serves 10 students from kindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which is higher than the district average ratio of 5:1 seen in recent years.
Math proficiency is below 50%, placing in the top 1% statewide but still lower than the Alaska state average of 32% for 2023.
Reading proficiency is approximately equal to the state average at 50% in 2022, outperforming the Alaska state average of 29% that year.
The school's overall ranking improved from #348 in 2014 to #37 in 2022, indicating a positive trend in performance relative to other Alaska public schools.
Enrollment has declined from a peak of 23 students in 2001 to 10 students in 2023, with the student body currently composed of 80% minority students, including 60% American Indian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yakov E. Netsvetov School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Yakov E. Netsvetov School's student population of 10 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Yakov E. Netsvetov School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
60%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Yakov E. Netsvetov School?
10 students attend Yakov E. Netsvetov School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Yakov E. Netsvetov School students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yakov E. Netsvetov School?
Yakov E. Netsvetov School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yakov E. Netsvetov School offer ?
Yakov E. Netsvetov School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yakov E. Netsvetov School part of?
Yakov E. Netsvetov School is part of Aleutian Region School District.
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