Best Schools in Kivalina, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Other
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Kisimgiugtuq School
Other · Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$119,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$119,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kivalina
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kisimgiugtuq School | 6.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $70,278
- Median home value
- $119,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 2%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kivalina compares
Median household income
$70k
104% of Alaska median
About Schools in Kivalina, Alaska
Kivalina, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Kivalina show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Kivalina is Kisimgiugtuq School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kivalina is served by 1 school district: Northwest Arctic Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 2,009 students.
Kivalina's community shows 2% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,278. The poverty rate in the area is 22.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 159 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Kivalina
Kivalina, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,278
Median Home Value
$119,600
Median Rent
$1,028/mo
Population
813
College Educated
2%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Community Profile
Kivalina has a median household income of $70,278. It is a community where 2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,600, with a median rent of $1,028/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Kivalina, Alaska
How many schools are in Kivalina, Alaska?
Kivalina has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kivalina, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kivalina is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Kivalina, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Kivalina on MySchoolScout is Kisimgiugtuq School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Kivalina, Alaska?
Kivalina is served by 1 school district: Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
What is the education level in Kivalina, Alaska?
According to Census data, 2% of adults in Kivalina have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kivalina, Alaska?
The median household income in Kivalina is approximately $70,278 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kivalina, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kivalina is 31.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kivalina, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.