Best Schools in Thorne Bay, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Other
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Thorne Bay School
Other · Southeast Island School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$244,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$244,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Thorne Bay
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 | Thorne Bay School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $65,357
- Median home value
- $244,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Thorne Bay compares
Median household income
$65k
97% of Alaska median
About Schools in Thorne Bay, Alaska
Thorne Bay, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Thorne Bay 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 Thorne Bay is Thorne Bay School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Thorne Bay is served by 1 school district: Southeast Island School District. These districts collectively serve 194 students.
Thorne Bay's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,357. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
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 | 63 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Thorne Bay
Thorne Bay, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,357
Median Home Value
$244,200
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
547
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
59%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Thorne Bay has a median household income of $65,357. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $244,200, with a median rent of $938/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. 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 Thorne Bay, Alaska
How many schools are in Thorne Bay, Alaska?
Thorne Bay has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Thorne Bay, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Thorne Bay is 5.2 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 Thorne Bay, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Thorne Bay on MySchoolScout is Thorne Bay School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Thorne Bay, Alaska?
Thorne Bay is served by 1 school district: Southeast Island School District.
What is the education level in Thorne Bay, Alaska?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Thorne Bay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Thorne Bay, Alaska?
The median household income in Thorne Bay is approximately $65,357 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Thorne Bay, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Thorne Bay is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Thorne Bay, 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.