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#176 of 412 schools in AK
Top 43% in state
Hooper Bay School
School · Lower Yukon School District
PO Box 249, Hooper Bay, AK 99604
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#176 of 412
In Hooper Bay
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Lower Yukon School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Hooper Bay School
Hooper Bay School is a public school in Hooper Bay, AK, part of Lower Yukon School District. Hooper Bay School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Hooper Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Hooper Bay School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hooper Bay 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 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.
93% of students at Hooper Bay School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hooper Bay School — Students at Hooper Bay School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.3%
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: 9.2/10.
How Hooper Bay School Compares
See how Hooper Bay 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 249, Hooper Bay, AK 99604
Nearby Schools
1 within 0.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hooper Bay Charter School Hooper Bay | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hooper Bay School
What grades does Hooper Bay School serve?
Hooper Bay School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Hooper Bay School?
Hooper Bay School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hooper Bay School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hooper Bay School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hooper Bay School rank in AK?
Hooper Bay School ranks #176 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Hooper Bay School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hooper Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hooper Bay School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hooper Bay School a charter school?
No, Hooper Bay School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hooper Bay School a Title I school?
No, Hooper Bay School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hooper Bay School?
101.3% of students at Hooper Bay 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
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kusilvak Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.5%
- Phone
- (907) 758-1200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Lower Yukon School District- District Enrollment
- 2,045
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,035
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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