David Louis Memorial School in Grayling, AK, serves 45 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is approximately equal to the state's average ratio.
The school's math proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is also 20%, below the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38%, placing the school in the top 30% statewide for science performance.
Enrollment decreased from 48 students in 2019 to 35 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100% in 2023, reflecting significant socioeconomic shifts.
Overall school ranking improved from #407 in 2018 to #286 in 2023, but the school remains in the bottom 50% of Alaska public schools for overall testing performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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
School Overview
David Louis Memorial School's student population of 45 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
David Louis Memorial 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 David Louis Memorial 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
11:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Louis Memorial School's ranking?
David Louis Memorial 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 David Louis Memorial School?
45 students attend David Louis Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of David Louis Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David Louis Memorial School?
David Louis Memorial School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does David Louis Memorial School offer ?
David Louis Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David Louis Memorial School part of?
David Louis Memorial School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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