ShaktoolikAK
A town of 283, settled in 1969. Public schools that outperform most of Alaska.
What makes Shaktoolik stand out
The thing Shaktoolik does most differently from other towns.
283 people, and everyone knows the way
In a town this size, neighbors are the best guide. Ask them anything.
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The data
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Very low risk, with cold waves at the top
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 2% of U.S. communities.
Shaktoolik’s public schools outperform 31% of Alaska districts
The public schools Shaktoolik’s kids attend, from kindergarten through graduation, trail 69% of Alaska’s districts on state tests and graduation. Among towns with similar incomes, they rank near the bottom.
| School | Grades | Students | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaktoolik School | PK–12 | 67 | D |
How healthy Shaktoolik is
Shaktoolik beats the Alaska average on 1 of 32 CDC measures and trails it on 24.
| What stands out | Shaktoolik | AK |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer adults who have had cancer | 4.5% | 7% |
| More adults facing a utility shut-off | 26.8% | 8.2% |
0% of Shaktoolik is conserved land
3.2 miles of trails across 0 parks and preserves.
About Shaktoolik
City in Alaska, United States
Shaktoolik (Inupiaq: Saktuliq, IPA: [sɑktuleq]; Central Yupik: Cagtuleq) is a city in Nome Census Area, Alaska, United States. As of the 2020 census, Shaktoolik had a population of 212. Shaktoolik is one of a number of Alaskan communities threatened by erosion and related global warming effects. The community has been relocated twice.
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- Established
- 1969
- Population
- 212
- Area
- 1.0 sq mi
- Elevation
- 23 ft
- ZIP code
- 99771
- Area code
- 99771