Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hydaburg 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hydaburg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hydaburg School's student population of 73 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Hydaburg 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 Hydaburg School is 0.29, 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
#374 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
83%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
14%
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
6%
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 is Hydaburg School's ranking?
Hydaburg School is ranked #374 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hydaburg School?
The graduation rate of Hydaburg School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Hydaburg School?
73 students attend Hydaburg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hydaburg School students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hydaburg School?
Hydaburg School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hydaburg School offer ?
Hydaburg School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hydaburg School part of?
Hydaburg School is part of Hydaburg City School District.
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