Igiugig School
8 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Igiugig School
Igiugig School is located in Igiugig, Alaska, a small village of about 90 people. The school serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade, and is the only school in the area. The school has a strong emphasis on culture, offering classes in Yup’ik language, culture, and subsistence activities. The school also offers a variety of other classes, including math, science, English, and social studies.
The school is a tight-knit community, and students, teachers, and parents all work together to create a positive learning environment. Teachers are dedicated to their students and strive to create a safe and supportive learning environment. The school also offers extracurricular activities such as basketball, volleyball, and running clubs.
Igiugig School is committed to providing quality education to its students. The school has a strong focus on preparing students for college, and offers college prep courses and assistance with college applications. The school also offers a variety of programs to help students succeed, such as tutoring and mentoring.
At Igiugig School, students are encouraged to explore their culture and gain an understanding of their heritage. The school provides a unique learning experience, and students are able to develop their academic and cultural skills.
Address:
School Rd
King Salmon, AK 99613Phone:
(907) 533-3220
Site:
Grades:
PreK – 12
Enrollment:
23 students
Overview Igiugig School
Igiugig School serves 23 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Igiugig School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Verdict on Igiugig School
Igiugig School is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Igiugig School is 0.08, 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.