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Annette Island School District

Alaska · Public School District
3
Schools
311
Students
$44,226
Per-Pupil Spend
+208% nat'l
87.5%
Free Lunch Rate
+35pp vs nat'l
85.0%
Graduation Rate
≈ nat'l avg
District Overview

Annette Island School District is a public school district in Alaska serving 311 students across 3 schools. It includes 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high schools. Its graduation rate of 85.0% is near the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $44,226 is above average for a US public school district. 87% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 28/100.

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All Schools (3)
Elementary School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Richard Johnson ElementaryPK–05137
Middle School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School06–0874
High School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Metlakatla High School09–12100
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$44,226+208% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
34%
State
34.3%
Local (property tax)
0.7%
Federal
65.0%

Funding is shared between state (34%) and local sources (1%), with notable federal support (65%).

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
3
Schools
311
Students
87%
Free Lunch
$44K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate85.0%
Opportunity Score28/100
StateAlaska →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
High per-student investment
Spends $44,226 per pupil — 208% above the national average of $14,347.
High economic need in community
87% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Low opportunity scores
Median opportunity score of 28/100, below the national median of 50, which can correlate with weaker long-term economic mobility for students.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
65% of revenue comes from federal sources. High federal reliance typically signals a limited local tax base or high concentration of low-income families.
Limited school choice
With only 3 schools in the district, families have fewer options for different programs or learning environments.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Annette Island School District?
Annette Island School District has 3 public schools, serving a total of 311 students.
What is the graduation rate for Annette Island School District?
The graduation rate is 85.0%, which is below the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Annette Island School District spend per student?
Annette Island School District spends $44,226 per pupil — 208% above the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Annette Island School District?
87% of students in Annette Island School District qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Annette Island School District?
No, Annette Island School District does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Annette Island School District serve?
Annette Island School District serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Annette Island School District?
The median opportunity score across schools in Annette Island School District is 28/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.