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#164 of 412 schools in AK
Top 40% in state
Gambell School
School · Bering Strait School District
PO Box 169, Gambell, AK 99742
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#164 of 412
In district
#4 of 14
Bering Strait School District
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Gambell School
Gambell School is a public school in Gambell, AK, part of Bering Strait School District. Gambell School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gambell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Gambell School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Gambell 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 Gambell 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Gambell School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Gambell School — Students at Gambell School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
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: 7.2/10.
How Gambell School Compares
See how Gambell 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 169, Gambell, AK 99742
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,750
Median Home Value
$77,300
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
464
College Educated
4.5%
Homeownership
85.1%
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
27.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alakanuk School Alakanuk, AK | 6.7 |
| Valley Pathways Palmer, AK | 6.7 |
| HomeBRIDGE Juneau, AK | 6.8 |
| Hogarth Kingeekuk Sr. Memorial School Savoonga, AK | 6.6 |
| Manokotak School Manokotak, AK | 6.6 |
| Tok School Tok, AK | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gambell School
What grades does Gambell School serve?
Gambell School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Gambell School?
Gambell School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gambell School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gambell School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gambell School rank in AK?
Gambell School ranks #164 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Gambell School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gambell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Gambell School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gambell School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gambell School a charter school?
No, Gambell School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gambell School a Title I school?
No, Gambell School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gambell School?
91.7% of students at Gambell 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
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Nome Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.1%
- Phone
- (907) 985-5515
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Bering Strait School District- District Enrollment
- 1,783
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $47,252
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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