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George Morgan Sr. H.s.

High School · Kuspuk School District

PO Box 30, Kalskag, AK 99607

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#208 of 412

In Kalskag

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Kuspuk School District

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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George Morgan Sr. H.s.

6.3/10

High School in Kalskag · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Zackar Levi Elementary

7.3/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary

8.9/10

1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About George Morgan Sr. H.s.

George Morgan Sr. H.s. is a public high school in Kalskag, AK, part of Kuspuk School District. George Morgan Sr.

H.s. serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. George Morgan Sr. H.s. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for George Morgan Sr. H.s. show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • AK avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, George Morgan Sr. H.s. 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 George Morgan Sr. H.s. 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.

George Morgan Sr. H.s. 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 Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$57,469
Chronic Absenteeism69.9%

George Morgan Sr. H.s. — Students at George Morgan Sr. H.s. score 5% 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

101.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.0% (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
10%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2013
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
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: 8.9/10.

How George Morgan Sr. H.s. Compares

See how George Morgan Sr. H.s. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in AK
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
101%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.9%

Location

PO Box 30, Kalskag, AK 99607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Morgan Sr. H.s. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Zackar Levi Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lower Kalskag), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kalskag, see our Kalskag schools guide .

Nearby Schools

2 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Zackar Levi Elementary Lower Kalskag 1.5 mi 7.3
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary Kalskag 1.1 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,167

Median Home Value

$219,400

Median Rent

$1,025/mo

Population

232

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

69.6%

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

19.6

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Kuskokwim Learning Academy Bethel, AK 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Morgan Sr. H.s.

What grades does George Morgan Sr. H.s. serve?

George Morgan Sr. H.s. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend George Morgan Sr. H.s.?

George Morgan Sr. H.s. has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Morgan Sr. H.s.?

The student-teacher ratio at George Morgan Sr. H.s. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Morgan Sr. H.s. rank in AK?

George Morgan Sr. H.s. ranks #208 of 412 schools in AK.

What is George Morgan Sr. H.s.'s MySchoolScout rating?

George Morgan Sr. H.s. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 George Morgan Sr. H.s.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Morgan Sr. H.s. has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is George Morgan Sr. H.s. a charter school?

No, George Morgan Sr. H.s. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George Morgan Sr. H.s. a Title I school?

No, George Morgan Sr. H.s. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Morgan Sr. H.s.?

101.4% of students at George Morgan Sr. H.s. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
101.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Bethel Census Area
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.9%
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

Kuspuk School District
District Enrollment
325
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$57,469
District Rank
#4 of 5

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