Below Average
#349 of 412 schools in AK
William Miller Memorial School
School · Lower Kuskokwim School District
PO Box 34050, Napakiak, AK 99634
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#349 of 412
In district
#26 of 26
Lower Kuskokwim School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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William Miller Memorial School
School in Napakiak · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William Miller Memorial School
William Miller Memorial School is a public school in Napakiak, AK, part of Lower Kuskokwim School District. William Miller Memorial School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. William Miller Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #349 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for William Miller Memorial School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, William Miller Memorial 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 William Miller Memorial 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.
William Miller Memorial School runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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William Miller Memorial School — Students at William Miller Memorial School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
102%
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: 9.5/10.
How William Miller Memorial School Compares
See how William Miller Memorial 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 34050, Napakiak, AK 99634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Miller Memorial School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Eek School (rated 7.2/10, 33.1 miles away, in nearby Eek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Anna Tobeluk Memorial School (rated 7.2/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Nunapitchuk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joann A. Alexie Memorial School (rated 7.1/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Atmautluak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Napakiak, see our Napakiak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
11 within 21.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Qugcuun Memorial School Oscarville | 7.0 mi | — |
| Bethel Youth Facility Bethel | 8.9 mi | — |
| Ayaprun Elitnaurvik Bethel | 9.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Z. John Williams Memorial School Napaskiak | 7.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat Bethel | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Bethel Regional High School Bethel | 10.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Gladys Jung Elementary Bethel | 10.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Kuskokwim Learning Academy Bethel | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Joann A. Alexie Memorial School Atmautluak | 15.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Eek School Eek | 33.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Anna Tobeluk Memorial School Nunapitchuk | 21.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$31,900
Population
737
College Educated
1.8%
Homeownership
53.3%
Poverty Rate
45.2%
Median Age
21.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Koyuk-Malimiut School Koyuk, AK | 4.7 |
| Hoonah City School Hoonah, AK | 4.9 |
| Chaputnguak School Chefornak, AK | 5.1 |
| Koliganek School Koliganek, AK | 5.1 |
| Shungnak School Shungnak, AK | 5.1 |
| Walter Northway School Northway, AK | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Miller Memorial School
What grades does William Miller Memorial School serve?
William Miller Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend William Miller Memorial School?
William Miller Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Miller Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Miller Memorial School is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Miller Memorial School rank in AK?
William Miller Memorial School ranks #349 of 412 schools in AK.
What is William Miller Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Miller Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William Miller Memorial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Miller Memorial School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Miller Memorial School a charter school?
No, William Miller Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Miller Memorial School a Title I school?
No, William Miller Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Miller Memorial School?
102.0% of students at William Miller Memorial 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
- 100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 102.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Bethel Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.0%
- Phone
- (907) 589-2420
Resources & Links
District
Lower Kuskokwim School District- District Enrollment
- 3,917
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $41,997
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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