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4 schools in Utqiagvik

Alaska · Public K-12

Utqiagvik reports 4 public K-12 schools and approximately 1,006 students enrolled, per NCES, an average school size near 252.

7-year change in Utqiagvik

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,006
-210 (-17%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Barrow High SchoolHigh09-12259
Eben Hopson Middle SchoolMiddle06-08214
Fred Ipalook ElementaryElementaryPK-05494
Kiita Learning CommunityHigh09-1239

About Utqiagvik

Utqiagvik is a small Alaska city in terms of public-school footprint, with 4 schools and 1,006 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city spans 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment declined 17%: 1,216 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,006 in SY 2024-25.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Utqiagvik discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Utqiagvik, Alaska?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Utqiagvik, with a combined enrollment of about 1,006.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Utqiagvik?
Utqiagvik has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Utqiagvik?
Fred Ipalook Elementary is the largest public school in Utqiagvik by enrollment, with approximately 494 students.
What school districts serve Utqiagvik?
Utqiagvik public schools are operated by North Slope Borough School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Utqiagvik cover?
Public schools in Utqiagvik serve students from pre-K through grade 12.