Earla Hutchinson School in Circle, AK, serves 20 students from prekindergarten through grade 12, with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
The school's math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%.
Reading proficiency at the school stands at 50%, exceeding the state average of 29%.
The graduation rate is below 50%, substantially lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
Minority enrollment comprises 75% of the student body, predominantly American Indian students, with free lunch eligibility increasing to 94% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Earla Hutchinson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Earla Hutchinson School's student population of 20 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Earla Hutchinson School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Earla Hutchinson School is 0.38, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
75%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Earla Hutchinson School's ranking?
Earla Hutchinson School is ranked #35 out of 441 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 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earla Hutchinson School?
The graduation rate of Earla Hutchinson School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 73%.
How many students attend Earla Hutchinson School?
20 students attend Earla Hutchinson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Earla Hutchinson School students are American Indian, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earla Hutchinson School?
Earla Hutchinson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Earla Hutchinson School offer ?
Earla Hutchinson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Earla Hutchinson School part of?
Earla Hutchinson School is part of Yukon Flats School District.
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