Very Good
#82 of 412 schools in AK
Top 20% in state
Hooper Bay Charter School
Middle School · Lower Yukon School District
PO Box 249, Hooper Bay, AK 99604
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#82 of 412
In Hooper Bay
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Lower Yukon School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hooper Bay Charter School
Hooper Bay Charter School is a public middle school in Hooper Bay, AK, part of Lower Yukon School District. Hooper Bay Charter School serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hooper Bay Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Hooper Bay Charter School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- AK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Hooper Bay Charter 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 Hooper Bay Charter 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.
Hooper Bay Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Hooper Bay Charter School — Students at Hooper Bay Charter School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
102.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 9.0/10.
How Hooper Bay Charter School Compares
See how Hooper Bay Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 249, Hooper Bay, AK 99604
Nearby Schools
1 within 0.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hooper Bay School Hooper Bay | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,000
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
1,008
College Educated
3.1%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
4.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
30.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anvil City Science Academy Nome, AK | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hooper Bay Charter School
What grades does Hooper Bay Charter School serve?
Hooper Bay Charter School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Hooper Bay Charter School?
Hooper Bay Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hooper Bay Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hooper Bay Charter School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hooper Bay Charter School rank in AK?
Hooper Bay Charter School ranks #82 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Hooper Bay Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hooper Bay Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hooper Bay Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hooper Bay Charter School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Hooper Bay Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Hooper Bay Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Hooper Bay Charter School a Title I school?
No, Hooper Bay Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hooper Bay Charter School?
102.9% of students at Hooper Bay Charter 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
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 102.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kusilvak Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (907) 758-1200
Resources & Links
District
Lower Yukon School District- District Enrollment
- 2,045
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,035
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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