Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ket'acik/aapalluk 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 Ket'acik/aapalluk 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
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
<50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
- Kwethluk Community School takes pride in all of the students, and will continue to srive in developing mutual respect and the well being of each child: academically, physically, emothonally, culturally, and spiritually.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School's ranking?
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School is ranked #403 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School?
The graduation rate of Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School?
255 students attend Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School?
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School offer ?
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School part of?
Ket'acik/aapalluk Memorial School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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