Serving 10 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cantwell 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 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cantwell School's student population of 10 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cantwell 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 Cantwell School is 0.59, 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
#37 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
10:1
15:1
American Indian
50%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Cantwell School's ranking?
Cantwell School is ranked #37 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
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 Cantwell School?
10 students attend Cantwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cantwell School students are American Indian, 40% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cantwell School?
Cantwell School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cantwell School offer ?
Cantwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Cantwell School part of?
Cantwell School is part of Denali Borough School District.
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