Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kisimgiugtuq 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Kisimgiugtuq School's student population of 159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Kisimgiugtuq School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kisimgiugtuq School is 0.10, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
15:1
American Indian
95%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Kisimgiugtuq School's ranking?
Kisimgiugtuq School is ranked #403 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kisimgiugtuq School?
The graduation rate of Kisimgiugtuq School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kisimgiugtuq School?
159 students attend Kisimgiugtuq School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kisimgiugtuq School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kisimgiugtuq School?
Kisimgiugtuq School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kisimgiugtuq School offer ?
Kisimgiugtuq School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kisimgiugtuq School part of?
Kisimgiugtuq School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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