Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Brevig Mission School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brevig Mission School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brevig Mission School's student population of 158 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Brevig Mission School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brevig Mission School is 0.04, 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
#417 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

American Indian
98%
22%

Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brevig Mission School's ranking?
Brevig Mission School is ranked #417 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brevig Mission School?
The graduation rate of Brevig Mission School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Brevig Mission School?
158 students attend Brevig Mission School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Brevig Mission School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brevig Mission School?
Brevig Mission School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brevig Mission School offer ?
Brevig Mission School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brevig Mission School part of?
Brevig Mission School is part of Bering Strait School District.
School Reviews
2 10/5/2018
Our school is lowest in Alaska in math and reading .because we need new. Teachers that can. Help the students .
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