Needs Improvement
#396 of 412 schools in AK
Russian Mission School
School · Lower Yukon School District
PO Box 90, Russian Mission, AK 99657
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#396 of 412
In district
#11 of 11
Lower Yukon School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Russian Mission School
Russian Mission School is a public school in Russian Mission, AK, part of Lower Yukon School District. Russian Mission School serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Russian Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Russian Mission School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Russian Mission 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.
Russian Mission 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.
64% of students at Russian Mission 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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Russian Mission School — Students at Russian Mission School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.8%
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: 2.6/10.
How Russian Mission School Compares
See how Russian Mission 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 90, Russian Mission, AK 99657
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99657 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,125
Median Home Value
$104,200
Population
280
College Educated
2.2%
Homeownership
75.3%
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Median Age
23.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nanwalek School Nanwalek, AK | 4.2 |
| Jimmy Huntington School Huslia, AK | 4.4 |
| Razdolna School Homer, AK | 3.3 |
| White Mountain School White Mountain, AK | 4.5 |
| Yakutat School Yakutat, AK | 4.5 |
| Koyuk-Malimiut School Koyuk, AK | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russian Mission School
What grades does Russian Mission School serve?
Russian Mission School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Russian Mission School?
Russian Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russian Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at Russian Mission School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Russian Mission School rank in AK?
Russian Mission School ranks #396 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Russian Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
Russian Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Russian Mission School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russian Mission School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Russian Mission School a charter school?
No, Russian Mission School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Russian Mission School a Title I school?
No, Russian Mission School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russian Mission School?
100.8% of students at Russian Mission 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
- 120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kusilvak Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.2%
- Phone
- (907) 584-5126
Resources & Links
District
Lower Yukon School District- District Enrollment
- 2,045
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,035
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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