Tikigaq School in Point Hope, AK, serves 257 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, which is significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the North Slope Borough School District average of 12%.
Reading proficiency stands at 5%, well below the state average of 29% and district average of 7%, with consistently low scores over recent years.
Science proficiency is 10%, considerably lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 12%, showing a downward trend compared to 20% in 2021.
Graduation rates range from 50% to 80% over the last decade, generally lower than the state average near 78%, with no clear upward trend in recent years.
Minority enrollment is 99%, primarily American Indian students (226 out of 257), with the school eligible for Title I and a high free lunch rate of 71%, indicating a predominantly low–income student body.
Enrollment increased slightly from 247 students in 2018 to 257 in 2023, while the student–teacher ratio improved from 15 to 1 in 2018 to 12 to 1 in 2023.
Tikigaq School's overall rank improved slightly from #432 in 2018 to #403 in 2023 but remains in the bottom 50% statewide among Alaska schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tikigaq School's student population of 230 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tikigaq 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 Tikigaq School is 0.20, 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
11:1
15:1
American Indian
89%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Tikigaq School's ranking?
Tikigaq 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 Tikigaq School?
The graduation rate of Tikigaq School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Tikigaq School?
230 students attend Tikigaq School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Tikigaq School students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tikigaq School?
Tikigaq School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tikigaq School offer ?
Tikigaq School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tikigaq School part of?
Tikigaq School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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