Serving 36 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gerstle River School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Gerstle River School's student population of 36 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Gerstle River School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 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
#268 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
100%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
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 #268 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% 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?
36 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 18:1, which is higher 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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