Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hooper Bay School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- 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: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hooper Bay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hooper Bay School's student population of 399 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hooper Bay School 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 Hooper Bay 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
#417 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
99%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
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 Hooper Bay School's ranking?
Hooper Bay School is ranked #417 out of 459 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 23% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hooper Bay School?
The graduation rate of Hooper Bay School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Hooper Bay School?
399 students attend Hooper Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hooper Bay School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hooper Bay School?
Hooper Bay School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hooper Bay School offer ?
Hooper Bay School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hooper Bay School part of?
Hooper Bay School is part of Lower Yukon School District.
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