Valdez City School District
School District · Valdez, Alaska
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,093
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,093
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
How this district compares
Alaska rank
#10 of 41
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Alaska avg
Per-pupil spending
$26,093
+$405 vs Alaska median
District size
573 students
Typical than Alaska median
About Valdez City School District
Valdez City School District is a Valdez, Alaska school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 573 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. The district invests $26,093 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Valdez City School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is George H. Gilson Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, Valdez City School District students show an average math proficiency of 37.3% and ELA proficiency of 50.6%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Valdez City School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Valdez City School District with test data.
Schools in Valdez City School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alaska
- City
- Valdez
- Total Enrollment
- 573
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Valdez City School District?
Valdez City School District has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Valdez City School District?
The average composite rating for Valdez City School District is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Valdez City School District?
Valdez City School District spends $26,093 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Valdez City School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Valdez City School District is 11.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Valdez City School District?
George H. Gilson Middle School is the highest-rated school in Valdez City School District with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in Valdez City School District?
Across schools in Valdez City School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Valdez City School District compare to other districts in Alaska?
Valdez City School District has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Alaska by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.6%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Valdez City School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Alaska Gateway School District (8)
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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.
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