Harold Kaveolook School in Kaktovik, AK, serves grades PK–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, which is lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and approximately equal to the district average of 12%.
Reading proficiency stands at 10%, lower than the state average of 29% and slightly higher than the district average of 7%.
Science proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38% and significantly above the district average of 12%.
Enrollment increased from 56 students in earlier years to 68 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility decreased from 27% in 2019 to 16% in 2023, indicating a decline in socioeconomic need over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harold Kaveolook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harold Kaveolook School's student population of 63 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
North Slope Borough School District does not discriminate based on age, color, disability...
School Rankings
Harold Kaveolook 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 Harold Kaveolook School is 0.06, 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
#368 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
97%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold Kaveolook School's ranking?
Harold Kaveolook School is ranked #368 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harold Kaveolook School?
The graduation rate of Harold Kaveolook School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Harold Kaveolook School?
63 students attend Harold Kaveolook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harold Kaveolook School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold Kaveolook School?
Harold Kaveolook School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harold Kaveolook School offer ?
Harold Kaveolook School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harold Kaveolook School part of?
Harold Kaveolook School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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