Best Schools in Shishmaref, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Other
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Shishmaref School
Other · Bering Strait School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$116,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$116,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shishmaref
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 | Shishmaref School | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $62,083
- Median home value
- $116,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shishmaref compares
Median household income
$62k
92% of Alaska median
About Schools in Shishmaref, Alaska
Shishmaref, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Shishmaref 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 Shishmaref is Shishmaref School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shishmaref is served by 1 school district: Bering Strait School District. These districts collectively serve 1,783 students.
Shishmaref's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,083. The poverty rate in the area is 23.2%.
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 | 184 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Shishmaref
Shishmaref, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,083
Median Home Value
$116,700
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
462
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Community Profile
Shishmaref has a median household income of $62,083. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,700, with a median rent of $950/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Alaska
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Shishmaref, Alaska
How many schools are in Shishmaref, Alaska?
Shishmaref has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shishmaref, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shishmaref is 6.4 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 Shishmaref, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Shishmaref on MySchoolScout is Shishmaref School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Shishmaref, Alaska?
Shishmaref is served by 1 school district: Bering Strait School District.
What is the education level in Shishmaref, Alaska?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Shishmaref have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shishmaref, Alaska?
The median household income in Shishmaref is approximately $62,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shishmaref, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shishmaref is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shishmaref, 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.