Serving 19 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School ranks in the top 20% 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School's student population of 19 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School ranks within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is 0.00, 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
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
23%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School's ranking?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School?
19 students attend Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School offer ?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School part of?
Jeffery A. Bader Memorial School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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