Serving 10 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Karluk School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Alaska state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Alaska state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
21%
White
80%
47%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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 34% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% AK state average).
How many students attend Karluk School?
10 students attend Karluk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Karluk School students are White, and 20% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karluk School?
Karluk School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Karluk School offer ?
Karluk School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Karluk School part of?
Karluk School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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