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#410 of 412 schools in AK

St Paul School

School · Pribilof School District

PO Box 207, St. Paul, AK 99660

Enrollment

54

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#410 of 412

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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About St Paul School

St Paul School is a public school in St. Paul, AK, part of Pribilof School District. St Paul School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

St Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 412 schools in AK. Structured state assessment records for St Paul School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below AK schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • AK avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, St Paul 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.

St Paul 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.

80% of students at St Paul 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-6.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,930
Chronic Absenteeism79.6%

St Paul School — Students at St Paul School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
5%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How St Paul School Compares

See how St Paul School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
1th percentile in AK
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
79.6%

Location

PO Box 207, St. Paul, AK 99660

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,750

Median Home Value

$107,100

Median Rent

$967/mo

Population

362

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

65.6%

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

39.3

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McGrath School Mcgrath, AK 4.2
Minto School Minto, AK 4.2
Alaska REACH Academy Tok, AK 4.4
Deering School Deering, AK 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Paul School

What grades does St Paul School serve?

St Paul School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend St Paul School?

St Paul School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Paul School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Paul School rank in AK?

St Paul School ranks #410 of 412 schools in AK.

What is St Paul School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 St Paul School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Paul School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Paul School a charter school?

No, St Paul School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St Paul School a Title I school?

No, St Paul School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Aleutians West Census Area
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
79.6%

District

Pribilof School District
District Enrollment
58
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,930
District Rank
#1 of 1

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