Serving 23 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chignik Lake School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chignik Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chignik Lake School's student population of 23 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Chignik Lake School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chignik Lake School is 0.17, 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
#37 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
91%
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
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
20%
5%
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 Chignik Lake School's ranking?
Chignik Lake School is ranked #37 out of 459 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 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chignik Lake School?
The graduation rate of Chignik Lake School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 76%.
How many students attend Chignik Lake School?
23 students attend Chignik Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chignik Lake School students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chignik Lake School?
Chignik Lake School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chignik Lake School offer ?
Chignik Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chignik Lake School part of?
Chignik Lake School is part of Lake And Peninsula Borough School District.
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