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#286 of 412 schools in AK
Saint Mary's School
School · Saint Mary's School District
Box 9, Saint Mary's, AK 99658
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#286 of 412
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Saint Mary's School
Saint Mary's School is a public school in Saint Mary's, AK, part of Saint Mary's School District. Saint Mary's School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Saint Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Saint Mary's School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Saint Mary's 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.
Saint Mary's 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.
57% of students at Saint Mary's 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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Saint Mary's School — Students at Saint Mary's 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
100.5%
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: 2.3/10.
How Saint Mary's School Compares
See how Saint Mary's 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
Box 9, Saint Mary's, AK 99658
Nearby Schools
1 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot Station School Pilot Station | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99658 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,667
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
1,009
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
5.1 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
25.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Mary's School
What grades does Saint Mary's School serve?
Saint Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Saint Mary's School?
Saint Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Mary's School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saint Mary's School rank in AK?
Saint Mary's School ranks #286 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Saint Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saint Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Saint Mary's School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint Mary's School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saint Mary's School a charter school?
No, Saint Mary's School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saint Mary's School a Title I school?
No, Saint Mary's School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint Mary's School?
100.5% of students at Saint Mary's 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
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Kusilvak Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.1%
- Phone
- (907) 438-2411
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Saint Mary's School District- District Enrollment
- 191
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,916
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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