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Whale Pass School

126 Bayview Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99950
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Whale Pass School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 10% in AK
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Whale Pass School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

School Overview

Whale Pass School's student population of 11 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Whale Pass School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whale Pass School is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#26 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
≥50%
32%
≥50%
29%
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
30%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whale Pass School's ranking?
Whale Pass School is ranked #26 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Whale Pass School?
11 students attend Whale Pass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Whale Pass School students are White, and 36% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Pass School?
Whale Pass School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whale Pass School offer ?
Whale Pass School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whale Pass School part of?
Whale Pass School is part of Southeast Island School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 36%
  • : Top 10%
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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