Serving 107 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kake Elementary & High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kake Elementary & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kake Elementary & High School's student population of 107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
With a foundation of Tlingit heritage and values, the Kake City School District provides a nurturing and compassionate learning environment, establishing integrity and confidence in all students.
School Rankings
Kake Elementary & High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kake Elementary & High School is 0.10, 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
#322 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
95%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kake Elementary & High School's ranking?
Kake Elementary & High School is ranked #322 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kake Elementary & High School?
The graduation rate of Kake Elementary & High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kake Elementary & High School?
107 students attend Kake Elementary & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kake Elementary & High School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kake Elementary & High School?
Kake Elementary & High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kake Elementary & High School offer ?
Kake Elementary & High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kake Elementary & High School part of?
Kake Elementary & High School is part of Kake City School District.
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