Serving 32 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Maudrey J. Sommer School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maudrey J. Sommer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Maudrey J. Sommer School's student population of 32 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Maudrey J. Sommer School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maudrey J. Sommer School is 0.22, 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
#166 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
88%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
9%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maudrey J. Sommer School's ranking?
Maudrey J. Sommer School is ranked #166 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Maudrey J. Sommer School?
32 students attend Maudrey J. Sommer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Maudrey J. Sommer School students are American Indian, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maudrey J. Sommer School?
Maudrey J. Sommer School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Maudrey J. Sommer School offer ?
Maudrey J. Sommer School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maudrey J. Sommer School part of?
Maudrey J. Sommer School is part of Tanana City School District.
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