Serving 30 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mcgrath 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 15:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- 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
Mcgrath School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mcgrath School's student population of 30 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgrath 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 Mcgrath School is 0.70, 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
15:1
14:1
American Indian
50%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
10%
2%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgrath School's ranking?
Mcgrath 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 Mcgrath School?
30 students attend Mcgrath School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mcgrath School students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgrath School?
Mcgrath School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcgrath School offer ?
Mcgrath School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgrath School part of?
Mcgrath School is part of Iditarod Area School District.
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