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King Cove School

School · Aleutians East Borough School District

Box 69, King Cove, AK 99612

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#224 of 412

In district

#2 of 2

Aleutians East Borough School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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About King Cove School

King Cove School is a public school in King Cove, AK, part of Aleutians East Borough School District. King Cove School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. King Cove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for King Cove School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • AK avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 86 students, King Cove 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.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, King Cove School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

King Cove 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$49,607
Chronic Absenteeism54.7%

King Cove School — Students at King Cove School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (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
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How King Cove School Compares

See how King Cove School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in AK
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Sports
2
0 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics2sports offered
0 boys'·2 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Box 69, King Cove, AK 99612

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,125

Median Home Value

$110,900

Median Rent

$909/mo

Population

1,204

College Educated

10.9%

Homeownership

50.2%

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Cove School

What grades does King Cove School serve?

King Cove School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend King Cove School?

King Cove School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Cove School?

The student-teacher ratio at King Cove School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King Cove School rank in AK?

King Cove School ranks #224 of 412 schools in AK.

What is King Cove School's MySchoolScout rating?

King Cove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 King Cove School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King Cove School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is King Cove School a charter school?

No, King Cove School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is King Cove School a Title I school?

No, King Cove School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Aleutians East Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.7%
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

Aleutians East Borough School District
District Enrollment
205
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$49,607
District Rank
#2 of 2

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