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#270 of 412 schools in AK
John Fredson School
School · Yukon Flats School District
PO Box 881039, Venetie, AK 99781
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#270 of 412
In district
#2 of 2
Yukon Flats School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About John Fredson School
John Fredson School is a public school in Venetie, AK, part of Yukon Flats School District. John Fredson School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Fredson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for John Fredson School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, John Fredson 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.
John Fredson 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.
88% of students at John Fredson 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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John Fredson School — Students at John Fredson School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 8.8/10.
How John Fredson School Compares
See how John Fredson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 881039, Venetie, AK 99781
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99781 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,750
Population
102
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
50%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
25.1
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| Mertarvik School Newtok, AK | 5.7 |
| David Louis Memorial School Grayling, AK | 5.8 |
| Kobuk School Kobuk, AK | 5.8 |
| Mentasta Lake School Mentasta Lake, AK | 5.6 |
| Old Harbor School Old Harbor, AK | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Fredson School
What grades does John Fredson School serve?
John Fredson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend John Fredson School?
John Fredson School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Fredson School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Fredson School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Fredson School rank in AK?
John Fredson School ranks #270 of 412 schools in AK.
What is John Fredson School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Fredson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 John Fredson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Fredson School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Fredson School a charter school?
No, John Fredson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Fredson School a Title I school?
No, John Fredson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Fredson School?
76.7% of students at John Fredson 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
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.4%
- Phone
- (907) 849-8415
Resources & Links
District
Yukon Flats School District- District Enrollment
- 190
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $76,782
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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