Serving 143 students in grades 6-8, George H. Gilson Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: George H. Gilson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Valdez, AK school district, covering approximately 275.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 9.8 miles to the zone edge. The furthest edge of the zone is located 18.9 miles away from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George H. Gilson Middle School's student population of 143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
School Rankings
George H. Gilson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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
#121 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #121 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend George H. Gilson Middle School?
143 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, 21% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George H. Gilson Middle School?
George H. Gilson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does George H. Gilson Middle School offer ?
George H. Gilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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