Merreline A Kangas School in Ruby, AK is a rural PreK–12 school with 30 students and a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
The school's math proficiency improved to 50% in 2023, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 33%.
Reading proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the state average of 29% and below the district average of 27%; reading scores have generally declined since 2011.
Science proficiency stands at 50%, higher than the state average of 38%, showing relative strength compared to other core subjects.
Enrollment has decreased from 66 students in 2000 to 30 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch increased sharply from 0% in 2000 to 96% in 2023, indicating significant socioeconomic shifts in this Alaska rural school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merreline A Kangas School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Merreline A Kangas School's student population of 30 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merreline A Kangas School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merreline A Kangas 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
77%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yukon-Koyukuk School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merreline A Kangas School's ranking?
Merreline A Kangas School is ranked #174 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Merreline A Kangas School?
30 students attend Merreline A Kangas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Merreline A Kangas School students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merreline A Kangas School?
Merreline A Kangas School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merreline A Kangas School offer ?
Merreline A Kangas School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Merreline A Kangas School part of?
Merreline A Kangas School is part of Yukon-Koyukuk School District.
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