Koyuk–malimiut School in Koyuk, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average, supporting more individualized student attention typical of a rural Alaska public school.
Math proficiency ranges between 11–19%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 21%, indicating ongoing challenges in math achievement.
Reading proficiency is 10% or less, significantly lower than the state average of 29% and district average of 4%, with no upward trend observed in recent years.
The graduation rate stands at 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the Bering Strait School District average of 70%, showing a persistent gap in student completion rates.
Enrollment declined from 117 students in 2019 to 83 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100%, reflecting shifting socioeconomic demographics in this Alaska rural school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Koyuk-malimiut School's student population of 82 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Koyuk-malimiut 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 Koyuk-malimiut School is 0.00, 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
#361 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
18:1
American Indian
100%
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
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Koyuk-malimiut School's ranking?
Koyuk-malimiut School is ranked #361 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Koyuk-malimiut School?
The graduation rate of Koyuk-malimiut School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Koyuk-malimiut School?
82 students attend Koyuk-malimiut School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Koyuk-malimiut School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koyuk-malimiut School?
Koyuk-malimiut School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 18:1.
What grades does Koyuk-malimiut School offer ?
Koyuk-malimiut School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Koyuk-malimiut School part of?
Koyuk-malimiut School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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