Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delta Junction Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delta Junction Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Delta Junction Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delta Junction Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Junction Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#32 out of 443 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Junction Elementary School's ranking?
Delta Junction Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Delta Junction Elementary School?
336 students attend Delta Junction Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Delta Junction Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Junction Elementary School?
Delta Junction Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delta Junction Elementary School offer ?
Delta Junction Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Delta Junction Elementary School part of?
Delta Junction Elementary School is part of Delta/Greely School District.
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