Serving 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Slana School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slana School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Slana School's student population of 14 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Slana School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
43%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Slana School?
14 students attend Slana School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Slana School students are White, and 43% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slana School?
Slana School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slana School offer ?
Slana School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Slana School part of?
Slana School is part of Copper River School District.
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