Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Nwabsd Home School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nwabsd Home School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Nwabsd Home School's student population of 21 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nwabsd Home School is 0.19, 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)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
90%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
5%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nwabsd Home School?
The graduation rate of Nwabsd Home School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Nwabsd Home School?
21 students attend Nwabsd Home School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nwabsd Home School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Nwabsd Home School offer ?
Nwabsd Home School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nwabsd Home School part of?
Nwabsd Home School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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