Serving 24 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing's student population of 24 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 92% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
25%
21%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
71%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
42%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing's ranking?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing is ranked #268 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing often compared to?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearingis often viewed alongside schools like Bartlett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing?
The graduation rate of Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 71%.
How many students attend Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing?
24 students attend Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing offer ?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing part of?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing located?
Alaska State School For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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