Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (20-21)
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers (97-98)
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
n/a
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Black
(20-21)n/a
n/a
White
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
(20-21)100%
99%
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
91%
98%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mt. Alava Elementary School?
66 students attend Mt. Alava Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mt. Alava Elementary School students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Mt. Alava Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Alava Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mt. Alava Elementary School part of?
Mt. Alava Elementary School is part of American Samoa Department Of Education School District.
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