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#322 of 412 schools in AK
Walter Northway School
School · Alaska Gateway School District
PO Box 519, Northway, AK 99764
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#322 of 412
In district
#4 of 5
Alaska Gateway School District
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Walter Northway School
Walter Northway School is a public school in Northway, AK, part of Alaska Gateway School District. Walter Northway School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter Northway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #322 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Walter Northway School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Walter Northway 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.
Walter Northway 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.
69% of students at Walter Northway 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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Walter Northway School — Students at Walter Northway School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
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: 5.9/10.
How Walter Northway School Compares
See how Walter Northway 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 519, Northway, AK 99764
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$179,200
Population
207
College Educated
2%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
36.7%
Median Age
16.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walter Northway School
What grades does Walter Northway School serve?
Walter Northway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Walter Northway School?
Walter Northway School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter Northway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter Northway School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter Northway School rank in AK?
Walter Northway School ranks #322 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Walter Northway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter Northway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Walter Northway School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter Northway School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walter Northway School a charter school?
No, Walter Northway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter Northway School a Title I school?
No, Walter Northway School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter Northway School?
96.8% of students at Walter Northway 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
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Southeast Fairbanks Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.4%
- Phone
- (907) 778-2287
Resources & Links
District
Alaska Gateway School District- District Enrollment
- 369
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,798
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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