Best Schools in Yakutat, Alaska
2 schools · 2 Other
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Yakutat School
Other · Yakutat School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$185,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$185,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Yakutat
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yakutat School | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $80,625
- Median home value
- $185,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Yakutat compares
Median household income
$81k
120% of Alaska median
About Schools in Yakutat, Alaska
Yakutat, Alaska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Yakutat 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 Yakutat is Yakutat School with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yakutat is served by 1 school district: Yakutat School District. These districts collectively serve 106 students.
Yakutat's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,625. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 81 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.5 |
| 2 | 25 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Yakutat
Yakutat, Alaska · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,625
Median Home Value
$185,000
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
506
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
61%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Yakutat has a median household income of $80,625. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,000, with a median rent of $1,276/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Yakutat, Alaska
How many schools are in Yakutat, Alaska?
Yakutat has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yakutat, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yakutat is 4.5 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 Yakutat, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Yakutat on MySchoolScout is Yakutat School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Yakutat, Alaska?
Yakutat is served by 1 school district: Yakutat School District.
What is the education level in Yakutat, Alaska?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Yakutat have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yakutat, Alaska?
The median household income in Yakutat is approximately $80,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yakutat, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yakutat is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yakutat, 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.