Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Klawock City School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Klawock City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Klawock City School's student population of 124 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Klawock City 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 Klawock City School is 0.52, 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
#240 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
65%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
5%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Klawock City School's ranking?
Klawock City School is ranked #240 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Klawock City School?
The graduation rate of Klawock City School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Klawock City School?
124 students attend Klawock City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Klawock City School students are American Indian, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Klawock City School?
Klawock City School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Klawock City School offer ?
Klawock City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Klawock City School part of?
Klawock City School is part of Klawock City School District.
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