Serving 33 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gerstle River School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gerstle River School serves an extensive attendance zone in Delta Junction, AK, covering approximately 5,750.9 square miles and spanning the entire school district. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 50.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 70.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerstle River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gerstle River School's student population of 33 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
33 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Gerstle River School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gerstle River School is 0.00, 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
#174 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
100%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
42.5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerstle River School's ranking?
Gerstle River School is ranked #174 out of 441 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Gerstle River School?
33 students attend Gerstle River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gerstle River School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerstle River School?
Gerstle River School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gerstle River School offer ?
Gerstle River School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gerstle River School part of?
Gerstle River School is part of Delta/Greely School District.
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