Manokotak School in Manokotak, AK, serves 148 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 11:1.
Graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the Southwest Region School District average of 70%, and this rate has remained stable over the past decade.
Math proficiency at Manokotak School is 6–9%, below the state average of 32%, and reading proficiency is 5% or less, which is lower than the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency is 20%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
The school's overall ranking declined, fluctuating between #304 in 2010 and #402 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
Enrollment increased slightly from 124 students in 2021 to 148 students in 2023, with minority enrollment consistently high at 97%, and 100% of students eligible for free lunch under the National School Lunch Program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Manokotak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Manokotak School's student population of 148 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Manokotak 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 Manokotak 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
#402 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
93%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
4%
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 (14-15)
11%
5%
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 Manokotak School's ranking?
Manokotak School is ranked #402 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?
6-9% 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 Manokotak School?
The graduation rate of Manokotak School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Manokotak School?
148 students attend Manokotak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manokotak School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manokotak School?
Manokotak School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manokotak School offer ?
Manokotak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manokotak School part of?
Manokotak School is part of Southwest Region School District.
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