Charles R.
Leask Sr.
Middle School in Metlakatla, AK, serves grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 77 students and a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency ranges from 6% to 9%, reading proficiency is 10% to 14%, and science proficiency is 21% to 39%, all below the Alaska state averages and within the bottom 50% statewide.
The school's overall ranking declined from #144 in 2011 to #389 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in relative performance over recent years.
Enrollment remained relatively stable around 70–77 students since 2020, while free lunch eligibility increased significantly from 52% in 2021 to 95% in 2023, reflecting notable changes in the socioeconomic composition of the student body.
The student population is predominantly American Indian (75 out of 77 students), with a gender distribution of 55% male and 45% female at this rural Alaska middle school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School's student population of 73 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Sagayt k’üülm goot (All of One Heart)
School Rankings
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle 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 Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School is 0.06, 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
#389 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
97%
21%
Black
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School's ranking?
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School is ranked #389 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School?
73 students attend Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School?
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School offer ?
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School part of?
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School is part of Annette Island School District.
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