Average
#193 of 412 schools in AK
Top 47% in state
Kiana School
School · Northwest Arctic Borough School District
PO Box 190, Kiana, AK 99749
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#193 of 412
In district
#1 of 12
Northwest Arctic Borough School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Kiana School
Kiana School is a public school in Kiana, AK, part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Kiana School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kiana School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Kiana School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, Kiana 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 Kiana 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.
Kiana 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.
Score Breakdown
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Kiana School — Students at Kiana 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
101%
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: 7.4/10.
How Kiana School Compares
See how Kiana 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 190, Kiana, AK 99749
Nearby Schools
1 within 27.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Davis-Ramoth School Selawik | 27.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,406
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$925/mo
Population
473
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
73.8%
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
24.9
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| EAGLE RIVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eagle River, AK | 6.5 |
| Fort Yukon School Fort Yukon, AK | 6.5 |
| Marshall School Marshall, AK | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kiana School
What grades does Kiana School serve?
Kiana School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kiana School?
Kiana School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kiana School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kiana School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kiana School rank in AK?
Kiana School ranks #193 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Kiana School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kiana School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Kiana School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kiana School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kiana School a charter school?
No, Kiana School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kiana School a Title I school?
No, Kiana School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kiana School?
101.0% of students at Kiana 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Northwest Arctic Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.4%
- Phone
- (907) 475-2115
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Northwest Arctic Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 2,009
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $46,368
- District Rank
- #1 of 12
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