Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dillingham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dillingham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dillingham Elementary School's student population of 179 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Dillingham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dillingham Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#349 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
68%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillingham Elementary School's ranking?
Dillingham Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Dillingham Elementary School?
179 students attend Dillingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dillingham Elementary School students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dillingham Elementary School?
Dillingham Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dillingham Elementary School offer ?
Dillingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dillingham Elementary School part of?
Dillingham Elementary School is part of Dillingham City School District.
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