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#313 of 412 schools in AK
Shaktoolik School
School · Bering Strait School District
PO Box 40, Shaktoolik, AK 99771
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#313 of 412
In district
#11 of 14
Bering Strait School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Shaktoolik School
Shaktoolik School is a public school in Shaktoolik, AK, part of Bering Strait School District. Shaktoolik School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shaktoolik School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #313 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Shaktoolik School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Shaktoolik 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 Shaktoolik 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Shaktoolik School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Shaktoolik School — Students at Shaktoolik School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
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: 6.4/10.
How Shaktoolik School Compares
See how Shaktoolik 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 40, Shaktoolik, AK 99771
Nearby Schools
1 within 35.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Unalakleet School Unalakleet | 35.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,833
Median Home Value
$93,000
Population
293
College Educated
4.4%
Homeownership
92.6%
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
28.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Angoon School Angoon, AK | 5.2 |
| Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School Nightmute, AK | 5.2 |
| Rocky Mountain School Goodnews Bay, AK | 5.2 |
| Thorne Bay School Thorne Bay, AK | 5.2 |
| Fast Track Ketchikan, AK | 5.3 |
| Andrew K. Demoski School Nulato, AK | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shaktoolik School
What grades does Shaktoolik School serve?
Shaktoolik School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Shaktoolik School?
Shaktoolik School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaktoolik School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shaktoolik School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shaktoolik School rank in AK?
Shaktoolik School ranks #313 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Shaktoolik School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shaktoolik School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Shaktoolik School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shaktoolik School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shaktoolik School a charter school?
No, Shaktoolik School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shaktoolik School a Title I school?
No, Shaktoolik School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shaktoolik School?
82.2% of students at Shaktoolik 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
- 73
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Nome Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (907) 955-3021
Resources & Links
District
Bering Strait School District- District Enrollment
- 1,783
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $47,252
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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