Serving 9 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tanacross 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 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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
Tanacross 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
Tanacross School's student population of 9 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tanacross School is 0.37, 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
9:1
15:1
American Indian
78%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
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 Tanacross School?
9 students attend Tanacross School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Tanacross School students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tanacross School?
Tanacross School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tanacross School offer ?
Tanacross School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Tanacross School part of?
Tanacross School is part of Alaska Gateway School District.
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