Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik, a rural Alaska public school in Kongiganak, serves 177 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 30:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency is 5%, significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 11%, indicating consistently weak math performance over recent years.
Reading proficiency stands at 5%, also well below the state average of 29% and slightly above the district average of 4%, maintaining bottom 50% rankings statewide.
The graduation rate is below the state average at 50%, compared to 78% statewide and 47% in the district, reflecting challenges in student completion success.
Enrollment increased slightly from 156 students in 2020 to 184 in 2023 while maintaining 100% eligibility for free lunch, highlighting a stable high–poverty student population over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik's student population of 177 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
15:1
American Indian
99%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik's ranking?
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik is ranked #403 out of 441 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 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik?
The graduation rate of Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik?
177 students attend Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik?
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik offer ?
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik part of?
Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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