Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Chenega 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 10%).
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 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chenega School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chenega School's student population of 12 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chenega School is 0.41, 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
6:1
15:1
American Indian
75%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (93-94)
8%
15%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Chenega School?
12 students attend Chenega School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chenega School students are American Indian, 17% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chenega School?
Chenega School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chenega School offer ?
Chenega School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chenega School part of?
Chenega School is part of Chugach School District.
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