Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Tanalian School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tanalian School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Tanalian School's student population of 46 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tanalian School ranks within the top 1% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tanalian School is 0.56, 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
#2 out of 459 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
9%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 is Tanalian School's ranking?
Tanalian School is ranked #2 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tanalian School?
The graduation rate of Tanalian School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tanalian School?
46 students attend Tanalian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Tanalian School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tanalian School?
Tanalian School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tanalian School offer ?
Tanalian School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Tanalian School part of?
Tanalian School is part of Lake And Peninsula Borough School District.
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