For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 10 students in Gakona, AK.
Gakona, AK public school have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alaska public schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Gakona, AK (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Slana School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Mile 4 Nabesna Rd
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Grades: PK-12
| 10 students
Gakona, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mile 2 Tok Cutoff
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-3241
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-3241
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gakona, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Gakona, AK include Slana School.
How many public schools are located in Gakona?
1 public schools are located in Gakona.
What is the racial composition of students in Gakona?
Gakona public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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