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William Sonny Nelson School
School · Southwest Region School District
General Delivery, Ekwok, AK 99580
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
16:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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William Sonny Nelson School
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About William Sonny Nelson School
William Sonny Nelson School is a public school in Ekwok, AK, part of Southwest Region School District. William Sonny Nelson School serves approximately 16 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for William Sonny Nelson School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 16 students, William Sonny Nelson 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.
William Sonny Nelson 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.
38% of students at William Sonny Nelson 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Address
- General Delivery, Ekwok, AK 99580
- Phone
- (907) 464-3344
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
General Delivery, Ekwok, AK 99580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Sonny Nelson School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Chief Ivan Blunka School (rated 7.2/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby New Stuyahok). Additionally, Koliganek School (rated 5.1/10, 26.9 miles away, in nearby Koliganek). For more schools in Ekwok, see our Ekwok schools guide .
Nearby Schools
2 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Ivan Blunka School New Stuyahok | 9.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Koliganek School Koliganek | 26.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,833
Population
35
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
52.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Sonny Nelson School
What grades does William Sonny Nelson School serve?
William Sonny Nelson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend William Sonny Nelson School?
William Sonny Nelson School has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Sonny Nelson School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Sonny Nelson School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at William Sonny Nelson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Sonny Nelson School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Sonny Nelson School a charter school?
No, William Sonny Nelson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Sonny Nelson School a Title I school?
No, William Sonny Nelson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Sonny Nelson School?
93.8% of students at William Sonny Nelson 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
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Dillingham Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (907) 464-3344
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Region School District- District Enrollment
- 627
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,157
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