Chenega School in Cordova, AK serves grades prekindergarten through 12 with an enrollment of 12 students and a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
Math proficiency is reported below 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, with proficiency demonstrating variability over recent years but no clear upward trend.
Reading/language arts proficiency is approximately 50%, higher than the Alaska state average of 29%, ranking Chenega School in the top 10% statewide for reading performance.
Minority enrollment comprises 83% of the student body, primarily American Indian students, with total enrollment showing a decline from 16 students in 2017 to 12 students in 2023.
Chenega School's overall state ranking improved from #348 in 2014 to #26 in 2022 among Alaska public schools, indicating a notable rise in relative performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chenega School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chenega School's student population of 9 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chenega School is 0.50, 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
5:1
15:1
American Indian
67%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (93-94)
8%
15%
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 23% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chenega School?
9 students attend Chenega School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chenega School students are American Indian, 22% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chenega School?
Chenega School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chenega School offer ?
Chenega School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chenega School part of?
Chenega School is part of Chugach School District.
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