Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Akiuk Memorial 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 23%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% 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
Akiuk Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Akiuk Memorial School's student population of 77 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akiuk Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akiuk Memorial 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
#374 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
97%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akiuk Memorial School's ranking?
Akiuk Memorial School is ranked #374 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Akiuk Memorial School often compared to?
Akiuk Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaputnguak School, Nelson Island Area School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Akiuk Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Akiuk Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Akiuk Memorial School?
77 students attend Akiuk Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Akiuk Memorial School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akiuk Memorial School?
Akiuk Memorial School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Akiuk Memorial School offer ?
Akiuk Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Akiuk Memorial School part of?
Akiuk Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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