Dillingham Middle/high School

Dillingham Middle/High School is a regular public school located in the remote rural area of Dillingham, Alaska. Serving students from sixth grade through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 224 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, with 33 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's academic performance currently ranks 46th percentile among Alaska schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and an academic score of 4.0 out of 10.

In recent assessments, 17% of students were proficient in ELA/reading, and 8% were proficient in math, indicating areas for growth in academic achievement. Dillingham is a community with a median household income of $90,543 and a median home value of $272,000. Approximately 21% of the population in the area have a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is 12.2%.

Dillingham Middle/High School is situated in a tight-knit community where students benefit from small class sizes and strong teacher support. The school's setting in a remote rural area provides unique educational experiences and a close-knit school environment.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, Dillingham Middle/high School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Dillingham Middle/high School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.