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#280 of 412 schools in AK
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary
School · Northwest Arctic Borough School District
PO Box 165, Noorvik, AK 99763
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#280 of 412
In district
#6 of 12
Northwest Arctic Borough School District
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary is a public school in Noorvik, AK, part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary — Students at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary Compares
See how Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 165, Noorvik, AK 99763
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,125
Median Home Value
$137,500
Population
722
College Educated
2.9%
Homeownership
68.9%
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary
What grades does Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary serve?
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary?
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary rank in AK?
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary ranks #280 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary a charter school?
No, Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary a Title I school?
No, Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary?
97.6% of students at Aqqaluk High/noorvik Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Northwest Arctic Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.8%
- Phone
- (907) 636-2178
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Northwest Arctic Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 2,009
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $46,368
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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