Joann A.
Alexie Memorial School in Bethel, AK, serves 120 students from Pre–K through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
The school's math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and approximately equal to the district average of 11%, showing a decline from 20% proficiency in 2021.
Reading proficiency at the school is 10%, lower than the state average of 29% and higher than the district average of 4%, with a stable trend at this low level in recent years.
Science proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the state average of 38%, but higher than the district average of 9%.
Graduation rates are reported at 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and roughly equal to the district average of 47%.
The school's overall state ranking improved slightly from #374 in 2022 to #368 in 2023, remaining in the bottom 50% statewide.
Enrollment decreased slightly from 121 students in 2019 to 99 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 100%, reflecting consistent socioeconomic challenges in this rural Alaska school.
The student body is entirely American Indian, with 58% male and 42% female students, indicating no significant demographic shifts in racial composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joann A. Alexie Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joann A. Alexie Memorial School's student population of 121 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joann A. Alexie Memorial 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 Joann A. Alexie Memorial School is 0.00, 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)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
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
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joann A. Alexie Memorial School's ranking?
Joann A. Alexie Memorial 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 Joann A. Alexie Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Joann A. Alexie Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Joann A. Alexie Memorial School?
121 students attend Joann A. Alexie Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Joann A. Alexie Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joann A. Alexie Memorial School?
Joann A. Alexie Memorial School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joann A. Alexie Memorial School offer ?
Joann A. Alexie Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joann A. Alexie Memorial School part of?
Joann A. Alexie Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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