Serving 159 students in grades 6-8, Delta Junction Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delta Junction Junior High School's student population of 159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delta Junction Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Junction Junior High School is 0.41, 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
#187 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Junction Junior High School's ranking?
Delta Junction Junior High School is ranked #187 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Delta Junction Junior High School?
159 students attend Delta Junction Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Delta Junction Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Junction Junior High School?
Delta Junction Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delta Junction Junior High School offer ?
Delta Junction Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Delta Junction Junior High School part of?
Delta Junction Junior High School is part of Delta/Greely School District.
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