Akula Elitnaurvik School in Kasigluk, AK serves 125 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 31:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average.
Math proficiency is 5%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 32% and below the district average of 11%, showing persistently low performance in recent years.
Reading proficiency remains low at 5%, compared to the state average of 29% and district average of 4%, indicating minimal improvement over time.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% but slightly higher than the Lower Kuskokwim School District average of 47%.
Enrollment increased modestly from 119 students in 2022 to 126 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch has remained at 100%, reflecting a stable high socioeconomic need in this Alaska rural school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akula Elitnaurvik School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Akula Elitnaurvik School's student population of 118 students has stayed relatively flat 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
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Colors
Tundra Foxes
School Motto
Strong Community, Strong Students, Strong School Pinilria Nunacuar, Pinilriit Elitnaurat, Pinilria Elitnaurvik
School Rankings
Akula Elitnaurvik 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 Akula Elitnaurvik School is 0.02, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
99%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akula Elitnaurvik School's ranking?
Akula Elitnaurvik School is ranked #403 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akula Elitnaurvik School?
The graduation rate of Akula Elitnaurvik School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Akula Elitnaurvik School?
118 students attend Akula Elitnaurvik School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Akula Elitnaurvik School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akula Elitnaurvik School?
Akula Elitnaurvik School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Akula Elitnaurvik School offer ?
Akula Elitnaurvik School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Akula Elitnaurvik School part of?
Akula Elitnaurvik School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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