Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Yakutat School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yakutat School's student population of 74 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Eagles colors unspecified
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yakutat 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 Yakutat School is 0.55, 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
#240 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
64%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yakutat School's ranking?
Yakutat School is ranked #240 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yakutat School?
The graduation rate of Yakutat School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Yakutat School?
74 students attend Yakutat School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Yakutat School students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yakutat School?
Yakutat School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yakutat School offer ?
Yakutat School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yakutat School part of?
Yakutat School is part of Yakutat School District.
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