For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 30 students in Ruby, AK.
The top-ranked public school in Ruby, AK is Merreline A Kangas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ruby, AK public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Ruby have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Ruby, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merreline A Kangas School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1st & Hilltop
Ruby, AK 99768
(907) 468-4465
Ruby, AK 99768
(907) 468-4465
Gr: PK-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ruby, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Ruby, AK include Merreline A Kangas School.
How many public schools are located in Ruby?
1 public schools are located in Ruby.
What is the racial composition of students in Ruby?
Ruby public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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