Jack Egnaty Sr.
School in Sleetmute, AK, serves 18 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio for similar rural schools.
Math proficiency at.
School is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%, showing consistent stability at this level over recent years.
Reading proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 29%, maintaining steady performance compared to previous years.
Minority enrollment is 83%, predominantly American Indian, with 94% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a consistent high level of socioeconomic need.
The school's overall rank improved from #81 in 2021 to #35 in 2023, placing it within the top 10% of public schools in Alaska for overall ranking and student attention.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Egnaty Sr. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jack Egnaty Sr. School's student population of 19 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
10 students
School Rankings
Jack Egnaty Sr. School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Egnaty Sr. School is 0.34, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
79%
21%
White
21%
47%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Egnaty Sr. School's ranking?
Jack Egnaty Sr. School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Jack Egnaty Sr. School?
19 students attend Jack Egnaty Sr. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jack Egnaty Sr. School students are American Indian, and 21% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Egnaty Sr. School?
Jack Egnaty Sr. School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jack Egnaty Sr. School offer ?
Jack Egnaty Sr. School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jack Egnaty Sr. School part of?
Jack Egnaty Sr. School is part of Kuspuk School District.
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