Johnny Oldman School in Hughes, AK, serves 28 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency ranges between 21% and 39%, placing the school in the bottom 50% compared to the Alaska state average of 32%.
Reading proficiency is approximately 50%, which is higher than the state average of 29%, making it one of the top 20% schools in Alaska for reading/language arts proficiency.
The graduation rate in 2023 is 80%, which is higher than the state average of 78% and district rate of 61%.
Minority enrollment is 93%, predominantly American Indian students, and free lunch eligibility increased significantly to 88% in 2023, indicating a shift in the socioeconomic composition of this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Johnny Oldman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Johnny Oldman School's student population of 28 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Enaa neenyo (I'm glad you came)
Johnny Oldman 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 Johnny Oldman School is 0.13, 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
#136 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
93%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
7%
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
79%
37%
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 Johnny Oldman School's ranking?
Johnny Oldman School is ranked #136 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?
21-39% 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 Johnny Oldman School?
28 students attend Johnny Oldman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Johnny Oldman School students are American Indian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnny Oldman School?
Johnny Oldman School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnny Oldman School offer ?
Johnny Oldman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnny Oldman School part of?
Johnny Oldman School is part of Yukon-Koyukuk School District.
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