Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School serves 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 34%) for the 2014-15 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 38%) for the 2014-15 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School's student population of 53 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
98%
22%

Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%

White
n/a
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%

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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% AK state average).
How many students attend Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School?
53 students attend Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School offer ?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School part of?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School is part of Kuspuk School District.
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