Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Port Alexander School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Alexander School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Port Alexander School's student population of 12 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Port Alexander School is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
27%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Port Alexander School?
12 students attend Port Alexander School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Port Alexander School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Alexander School?
Port Alexander School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Port Alexander School offer ?
Port Alexander School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Alexander School part of?
Port Alexander School is part of Southeast Island School District.
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