George H. Gilson Middle School serves 156 students in grades 6-8.
George H. Gilson Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George H. Gilson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George H. Gilson Middle School's student population of 156 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
George H. Gilson Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of George H. Gilson Middle School is 0.55, 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
#134 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
23%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 George H. Gilson Middle School's ranking?
George H. Gilson Middle School is ranked #134 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend George H. Gilson Middle School?
156 students attend George H. Gilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of George H. Gilson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does George H. Gilson Middle School offer ?
George H. Gilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George H. Gilson Middle School part of?
George H. Gilson Middle School is part of Valdez City School District.
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