Average
#228 of 412 schools in AK
Kisimgiugtuq School
School · Northwest Arctic Borough School District
General Delivery, Kivalina, AK 99750
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
31.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
31.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#228 of 412
In district
#2 of 12
Northwest Arctic Borough School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kisimgiugtuq School
Kisimgiugtuq School is a public school in Kivalina, AK, part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Kisimgiugtuq School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 31.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kisimgiugtuq School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Kisimgiugtuq School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Kisimgiugtuq 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 Kisimgiugtuq 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.
Kisimgiugtuq School runs 31.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Kisimgiugtuq School — Students at Kisimgiugtuq School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
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: 9.6/10.
How Kisimgiugtuq School Compares
See how Kisimgiugtuq 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
General Delivery, Kivalina, AK 99750
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,278
Median Home Value
$119,600
Median Rent
$1,028/mo
Population
813
College Educated
2.3%
Homeownership
79.2%
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
20.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kisimgiugtuq School
What grades does Kisimgiugtuq School serve?
Kisimgiugtuq School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kisimgiugtuq School?
Kisimgiugtuq School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kisimgiugtuq School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kisimgiugtuq School is 31.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kisimgiugtuq School rank in AK?
Kisimgiugtuq School ranks #228 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Kisimgiugtuq School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kisimgiugtuq 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 Kisimgiugtuq School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kisimgiugtuq School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kisimgiugtuq School a charter school?
No, Kisimgiugtuq School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kisimgiugtuq School a Title I school?
No, Kisimgiugtuq School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kisimgiugtuq School?
98.1% of students at Kisimgiugtuq 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
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Northwest Arctic Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.5%
- Phone
- (907) 645-2125
- 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
- #2 of 12
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