Kwigillingok School in Kwigillingok, AK, serves 117 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1, which is slightly higher than the state average of 14:1.
Math proficiency at the school is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and approximately equal to the district average of 11%.
Reading proficiency is 5%, significantly lower than the state average of 29% and about equal to the district average of 4%.
The graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state rate of 78% but slightly higher than the district rate of 47%.
Enrollment and minority makeup have remained stable, with 98% of students identified as American Indian and total enrollment near 117 students; however, free lunch eligibility has consistently been at or near 100% in recent years, indicating high socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kwigillingok School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kwigillingok School's student population of 117 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Kwigillingok School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kwigillingok School is 0.04, 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
#395 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
98%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kwigillingok School's ranking?
Kwigillingok School is ranked #395 out of 441 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kwigillingok School?
The graduation rate of Kwigillingok School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kwigillingok School?
117 students attend Kwigillingok School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kwigillingok School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kwigillingok School?
Kwigillingok School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kwigillingok School offer ?
Kwigillingok School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kwigillingok School part of?
Kwigillingok School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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