Serving 5 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Adak School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Adak School's student population of 5 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adak School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adak School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
80%
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adak School's ranking?
Adak School is ranked #26 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Adak School often compared to?
Adak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle's View Elementary School, St. Paul School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Adak School?
5 students attend Adak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Adak School students are Hawaiian, and 20% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adak School?
Adak School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adak School offer ?
Adak School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Adak School part of?
Adak School is part of Aleutian Region School District.
School Reviews
4 2/17/2020
Overall, it's a great school, but the lack of teachers cause 6 grades to be taught at once in each class (there is only one). I love to attend because it's my only opportunity for education in a town so small and remote.
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