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Chatham School District

Alaska · Public School District
4
Schools
147
Students
$42,957
Per-Pupil Spend
+199% nat'l
51.7%
Free Lunch Rate
≈ nat'l avg
67.5%
Graduation Rate
-19.0pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Chatham School District is a public school district in Alaska serving 147 students across 4 schools. Its graduation rate of 67.5% is below the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $42,957 is above average for a US public school district. 52% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 45/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (4)
Other Schools4 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Angoon SchoolPK–1270
Chatham CorrespondenceKG–1218
Gustavus SchoolPK–1254
Klukwan SchoolKG–125
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$42,957+199% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
63%
State
62.7%
Local (property tax)
1.8%
Federal
35.5%

State funding accounts for 63% of the budget — this district relies more on state aid than local tax revenue.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
4
Schools
147
Students
52%
Free Lunch
$43K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate67.5%
Opportunity Score45/100
StateAlaska →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
High per-student investment
Spends $42,957 per pupil — 199% above the national average of $14,347.
Below-average graduation rate
At 67.5%, graduation is 19.0 points below the national average of 86.5%.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
35% 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 4 schools in the district, families have fewer options for different programs or learning environments.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Chatham School District?
Chatham School District has 4 public schools, serving a total of 147 students.
What is the graduation rate for Chatham School District?
The graduation rate is 67.5%, which is below the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Chatham School District spend per student?
Chatham School District spends $42,957 per pupil — 199% above the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Chatham School District?
52% of students in Chatham School District qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Chatham School District?
No, Chatham School District does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Chatham School District serve?
Chatham School District serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Chatham School District?
The median opportunity score across schools in Chatham School District is 45/100. 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.