Best Schools in Gustavus, Alaska
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Gustavus School
Other · Chatham School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$276,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$276,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gustavus
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gustavus School | 6.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $64,167
- Median home value
- $276,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Gustavus compares
Median household income
$64k
95% of Alaska median
About Schools in Gustavus, Alaska
Gustavus, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Gustavus show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Gustavus is Gustavus School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gustavus is served by 1 school district: Chatham School District. These districts collectively serve 163 students.
Gustavus's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,167. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 61 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Gustavus
Gustavus, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,167
Median Home Value
$276,500
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
610
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Gustavus has a median household income of $64,167. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $276,500, with a median rent of $1,106/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Alaska
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Gustavus, Alaska
How many schools are in Gustavus, Alaska?
Gustavus has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gustavus, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gustavus is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Gustavus, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Gustavus on MySchoolScout is Gustavus School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Gustavus, Alaska?
Gustavus is served by 1 school district: Chatham School District.
What is the education level in Gustavus, Alaska?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Gustavus have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gustavus, Alaska?
The median household income in Gustavus is approximately $64,167 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gustavus, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gustavus is 8.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gustavus, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.