Blackwell School in Anvik, AK has a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 in 2023, which ranks among the lowest in Alaska and is higher than the state average student–teacher ratio.
The school's math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the state average of 32%, and has remained stable at this level over recent years.
Reading proficiency at Blackwell School is 50%, also higher than the state average of 29%, maintaining consistency in recent assessments.
Blackwell School's graduation rate is 95% in 2023, exceeding the Alaska state average of 78%.
Enrollment declined from 30 students in 1999 to 12 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 0% in 1999 to 100% in 2023, indicating significant demographic and socioeconomic shifts at this rural Alaska public school.
Top Rankings
Blackwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
100%
22%
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
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackwell School's ranking?
Blackwell School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Blackwell School?
11 students attend Blackwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Blackwell School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackwell School?
Blackwell School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackwell School offer ?
Blackwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blackwell School part of?
Blackwell School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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