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#194 of 412 schools in AK
Top 47% in state
Fort Yukon School
School · Yukon Flats School District
PO Box 129, Fort Yukon, AK 99740
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#194 of 412
In district
#1 of 2
Yukon Flats School District
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Fort Yukon School
Fort Yukon School is a public school in Fort Yukon, AK, part of Yukon Flats School District. Fort Yukon School serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Yukon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Yukon School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Fort Yukon 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 Fort Yukon 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.
Fort Yukon 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
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Fort Yukon School — Students at Fort Yukon School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 6.7/10.
How Fort Yukon School Compares
See how Fort Yukon 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 129, Fort Yukon, AK 99740
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,934
Median Home Value
$110,800
Median Rent
$1,038/mo
Population
583
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Yukon School
What grades does Fort Yukon School serve?
Fort Yukon School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Fort Yukon School?
Fort Yukon School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Yukon School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Yukon School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Yukon School rank in AK?
Fort Yukon School ranks #194 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Fort Yukon School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Yukon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Fort Yukon School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Yukon School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fort Yukon School a charter school?
No, Fort Yukon School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Yukon School a Title I school?
No, Fort Yukon School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.9%
- Phone
- (907) 662-2352
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Yukon Flats School District- District Enrollment
- 190
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $76,782
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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