Dot Lake School
16 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Dot Lake School
Dot Lake School is a small, rural school located in the heart of Alaska. With a population of just over 50 students, it is a tight-knit community of families and students who are passionate about learning and growing together. The school offers a variety of educational opportunities, from traditional core classes to advanced classes and extracurricular activities.
Dot Lake School is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The school has a strong focus on developing student leadership and fostering a sense of community. Through a variety of activities such as outdoor education, student council, and service learning, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop a sense of responsibility.
The teachers at Dot Lake School are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. They create a positive and engaging learning environment, and provide individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student. The teachers are also active in the community, and are involved in various community service projects.
Dot Lake School is a special place where students can grow and thrive. It is a place where students can learn, explore, and develop a sense of belonging.
Address:
Mp 1361 Ak Hwy
Delta Junction, AK 99737Phone:
(907) 882-2663
Site:
Grades:
PreK – 12
Enrollment:
11 students
Overview Dot Lake School
Dot Lake School serves 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Dot Lake 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 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Verdict on Dot Lake School
Dot Lake 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 Dot Lake School is 0.60, 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.