Very Good

#108 of 412 schools in AK

Top 26% in state

Eek School

School · Lower Kuskokwim School District

PO Box 050, Eek, AK 99578

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#108 of 412

In district

#6 of 26

Lower Kuskokwim School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Eek School

Eek School is a public school in Eek, AK, part of Lower Kuskokwim School District. Eek School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Eek School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
District avg 6.3
AK avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 104 students, Eek 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.

Test scores at Eek School 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.

Eek 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress8.7Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.99 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.1Needs Improvement25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-9.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile13th

College Readiness8.7Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$41,997

Chronic Absenteeism58.7%

Eek School — Students at Eek School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

101.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 15.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

44.5%

ELA

54.5%

2010

Math

24.5%

ELA

34.5%

2011

Math

17%

ELA

27%

2012

Math

17%

ELA

22%

2013

Math

22%

ELA

37%

2014

Math

7.5%

ELA

2.5%

2016

Math

2.5%

ELA

2.5%

2017

Math

ELA

2018

Math

ELA

2019

Math

ELA

2020*

Math

2.5%

ELA

2.5%

2021*

Math

2.5%

ELA

2.5%

2022

Math

2.5%

ELA

2.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Eek School Compares

See how Eek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.2/10

74th percentile in AK

Academic

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

8.7/10

Excellent

Environment

8.3/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

102%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

58.7%

Location

PO Box 050, Eek, AK 99578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eek School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Z. John Williams Memorial School (rated 6.9/10, 35.2 miles away, in nearby Napaskiak), with a very similar rating. Another option is Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat (rated 5.7/10, 32.4 miles away, in nearby Quinhagak), a more accessible option. Additionally, William Miller Memorial School (rated 4.8/10, 33.1 miles away, in nearby Napakiak), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eek, see our Eek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

3 within 35.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
William Miller Memorial School Napakiak	33.1 mi	100	4.8
Kuinerrarmiut Elitnaurviat Quinhagak	32.4 mi	193	5.7
Z. John Williams Memorial School Napaskiak	35.2 mi	124	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,375

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

332

College Educated

1.8%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

5.5 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

25.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eek School

What grades does Eek School serve?

Eek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Eek School?

Eek School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eek School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eek School rank in AK?

Eek School ranks #108 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Eek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Eek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eek School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eek School a charter school?

No, Eek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eek School a Title I school?

No, Eek School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eek School?

101.9% of students at Eek 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.