Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mountain Village 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 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mountain Village School's student population of 185 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Mountain Village 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 Mountain Village 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
#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)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
60-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- The LYM or Lower Yukon Model is known by many other names in other school districts in the country. It is based on a Standards Based Model that incorporates the best practices of teaching. The purpose of Ignatius Beans School is to ensure tradition, culture, and a quality education for all our children. The vision of school is to teach kids at their appropriate instructional levels, to use a standards based model, to involve all stake holders in the educational process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Village School's ranking?
Mountain Village 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 Mountain Village School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Village School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mountain Village School?
185 students attend Mountain Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mountain Village School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Village School?
Mountain Village School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain Village School offer ?
Mountain Village School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mountain Village School part of?
Mountain Village School is part of Lower Yukon School District.
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