Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fort Yukon School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Yukon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Yukon School's student population of 76 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Yukon 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 Fort Yukon 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
21%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)89.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Yukon School's ranking?
Fort Yukon 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 Fort Yukon School?
The graduation rate of Fort Yukon School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Fort Yukon School?
76 students attend Fort Yukon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort Yukon School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Yukon School?
Fort Yukon School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fort Yukon School offer ?
Fort Yukon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Yukon School part of?
Fort Yukon School is part of Yukon Flats School District.
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