James C.
Isabell School in Teller, Alaska serves 69 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency ranges between 11% and 19%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the Bering Strait School District average of 21%.
Reading proficiency is 10% or less, significantly lower than the state average of 29% and the district average of 4%.
The school's graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 78% and the district average of 70%.
Enrollment has slightly decreased from 81 students in 2021 to 69 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100% in 2023, indicating a higher proportion of low–income families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James C. Isabell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
James C. Isabell School's student population of 67 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James C. Isabell 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 James C. Isabell School is 0.02, 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
#361 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
99%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James C. Isabell School's ranking?
James C. Isabell School is ranked #361 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?
11-19% 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 James C. Isabell School?
The graduation rate of James C. Isabell School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend James C. Isabell School?
67 students attend James C. Isabell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of James C. Isabell School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James C. Isabell School?
James C. Isabell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does James C. Isabell School offer ?
James C. Isabell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James C. Isabell School part of?
James C. Isabell School is part of Bering Strait School District.
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