Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Nuiqsut Trapper 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nuiqsut Trapper School's student population of 163 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nuiqsut Trapper 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 Nuiqsut Trapper School is 0.20, 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
#403 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
89%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nuiqsut Trapper School's ranking?
Nuiqsut Trapper School is ranked #403 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nuiqsut Trapper School?
The graduation rate of Nuiqsut Trapper School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Nuiqsut Trapper School?
163 students attend Nuiqsut Trapper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Nuiqsut Trapper School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nuiqsut Trapper School?
Nuiqsut Trapper School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nuiqsut Trapper School offer ?
Nuiqsut Trapper School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nuiqsut Trapper School part of?
Nuiqsut Trapper School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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