Serving 50 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Nuniwarmiut 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nuniwarmiut School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nuniwarmiut School's student population of 50 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nuniwarmiut 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 Nuniwarmiut School is 0.00, 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
#268 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nuniwarmiut School's ranking?
Nuniwarmiut School is ranked #268 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Nuniwarmiut School?
50 students attend Nuniwarmiut School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nuniwarmiut School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nuniwarmiut School?
Nuniwarmiut School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nuniwarmiut School offer ?
Nuniwarmiut School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nuniwarmiut School part of?
Nuniwarmiut School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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