Below Average
#373 of 412 schools in AK
Deering School
School · Northwest Arctic Borough School District
PO Box 36009, Deering, AK 99736
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#373 of 412
In district
#10 of 12
Northwest Arctic Borough School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Deering School
Deering School is a public school in Deering, AK, part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Deering School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Deering School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Deering School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Deering School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Deering School 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.
68% of students at Deering School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Deering School — Students at Deering School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
103.8%
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: 1.4/10.
How Deering School Compares
See how Deering School 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 36009, Deering, AK 99736
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,625
Median Home Value
$106,300
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
205
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
78.4%
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
28.1
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| Alaska REACH Academy Tok, AK | 4.4 |
| White Mountain School White Mountain, AK | 4.5 |
| McGrath School Mcgrath, AK | 4.2 |
| Minto School Minto, AK | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deering School
What grades does Deering School serve?
Deering School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Deering School?
Deering School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deering School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deering School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deering School rank in AK?
Deering School ranks #373 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Deering School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deering School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Deering School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deering School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deering School a charter school?
No, Deering School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deering School a Title I school?
No, Deering School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deering School?
103.8% of students at Deering School 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
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 103.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Northwest Arctic Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.9%
- Phone
- (907) 363-2121
Resources & Links
District
Northwest Arctic Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 2,009
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $46,368
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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