Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School in Nightmute, AK serves 84 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 28:1, which is higher than typical ratios in the state.
The school's graduation rate is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% but slightly higher than the Lower Kuskokwim School District average of 47%.
Math and reading proficiencies are both at or below 10%, significantly lower than the state averages of 32% for math and 29% for reading.
Science proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 38% and district average of 9%.
Enrollment increased modestly from 78 students in 2017 to 99 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose sharply to 100%, indicating increasing socioeconomic need in this rural Alaska school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% 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
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School's student population of 83 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat 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 Negtemiut Elitnaurviat 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
#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
17:1
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 (13-14)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School's ranking?
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat 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 Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School?
The graduation rate of Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School?
83 students attend Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School?
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School offer ?
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School part of?
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
first of all they are the Nighmute Nighthawks. not the eagles. the teachers are good, its just that the facility is dated. we need a new school.
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