Arctic Village School in Arctic Village, AK, serves 25 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 20%, lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, with performance remaining stable at this level from 2019 to 2023.
Reading proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the state average of 29%, showing consistent below–average results in recent years.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, higher than the state average of 38%, indicating stronger performance in this subject relative to other areas.
Enrollment declined from 43 students in 2008 to 25 students currently, while eligibility for free lunch increased to 100%, reflecting demographic and socioeconomic shifts at this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arctic Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arctic Village School's student population of 24 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Show Up & Show Out
School Rankings
Arctic Village 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 Arctic Village 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
#286 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
21%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arctic Village School's ranking?
Arctic Village School is ranked #286 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Arctic Village School?
24 students attend Arctic Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Arctic Village School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arctic Village School?
Arctic Village School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arctic Village School offer ?
Arctic Village School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arctic Village School part of?
Arctic Village School is part of Yukon Flats School District.
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