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#173 of 412 schools in AK
Top 42% in state
Maudrey J. Sommer School
School · Tanana City School District
PO Box 89, Tanana, AK 99777
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#173 of 412
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Maudrey J. Sommer School
Maudrey J. Sommer School is a public school in Tanana, AK, part of Tanana City School District. Maudrey J.
Sommer School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Maudrey J. Sommer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Maudrey J. Sommer School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Maudrey J. Sommer 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.
Maudrey J. Sommer 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.
59% of students at Maudrey J. Sommer 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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Maudrey J. Sommer School — Students at Maudrey J. Sommer School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 7.9/10.
How Maudrey J. Sommer School Compares
See how Maudrey J. Sommer 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 89, Tanana, AK 99777
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99777 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,167
Median Home Value
$63,800
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
309
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
54.5%
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
46
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maudrey J. Sommer School
What grades does Maudrey J. Sommer School serve?
Maudrey J. Sommer School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Maudrey J. Sommer School?
Maudrey J. Sommer School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maudrey J. Sommer School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maudrey J. Sommer School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maudrey J. Sommer School rank in AK?
Maudrey J. Sommer School ranks #173 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Maudrey J. Sommer School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maudrey J. Sommer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Maudrey J. Sommer School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maudrey J. Sommer School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Maudrey J. Sommer School a charter school?
No, Maudrey J. Sommer School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maudrey J. Sommer School a Title I school?
No, Maudrey J. Sommer School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maudrey J. Sommer School?
96.9% of students at Maudrey J. Sommer 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.4%
- Phone
- (907) 366-7203
Resources & Links
District
Tanana City School District- District Enrollment
- 32
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $53,552
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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