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#105 of 412 schools in AK

Top 25% in state

Zackar Levi Elementary

Elementary School · Kuspuk School District

PO Box 92, Lower Kalskag, AK 99626

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#105 of 412

In district

#3 of 5

Kuspuk School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Zackar Levi Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Lower Kalskag · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

George Morgan Sr. H.s.

6.3/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary

8.9/10

2.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Zackar Levi Elementary

Zackar Levi Elementary is a public elementary school in Lower Kalskag, AK, part of Kuspuk School District. Zackar Levi Elementary serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Zackar Levi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Zackar Levi Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Zackar Levi Elementary 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 Zackar Levi Elementary 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Zackar Levi Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
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.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$57,469
Chronic Absenteeism69.7%

Zackar Levi Elementary — Students at Zackar Levi Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.6% (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
54.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
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: 8.7/10.

How Zackar Levi Elementary Compares

See how Zackar Levi Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
75th percentile in AK
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
4 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.7%

Location

PO Box 92, Lower Kalskag, AK 99626

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zackar Levi Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Kalskag), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Morgan Sr. H.S. (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Kalskag), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lower Kalskag, see our Lower Kalskag schools guide .

Nearby Schools

2 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
George Morgan Sr. H.S. Kalskag 1.5 mi 6.3
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary Kalskag 2.4 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,250

Median Home Value

$207,500

Population

234

College Educated

3.8%

Homeownership

80.3%

Poverty Rate

44%

Median Age

30.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zackar Levi Elementary

What grades does Zackar Levi Elementary serve?

Zackar Levi Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Zackar Levi Elementary?

Zackar Levi Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Zackar Levi Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Zackar Levi Elementary is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Zackar Levi Elementary rank in AK?

Zackar Levi Elementary ranks #105 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Zackar Levi Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Zackar Levi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Zackar Levi Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Zackar Levi Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Zackar Levi Elementary a charter school?

No, Zackar Levi Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Zackar Levi Elementary a Title I school?

No, Zackar Levi Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zackar Levi Elementary?

100.0% of students at Zackar Levi Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Bethel Census Area
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.7%

District

Kuspuk School District
District Enrollment
325
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$57,469
District Rank
#3 of 5

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