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#294 of 412 schools in AK
Gerstle River School
School · Delta/Greely School District
PO Box 369, Delta Junction, AK 99737
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#294 of 412
In Delta Junction
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Delta/Greely School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Gerstle River School
Gerstle River School is a public school in Delta Junction, AK, part of Delta/Greely School District. Gerstle River School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerstle River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Gerstle River School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Gerstle River School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Gerstle River School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Gerstle River School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Gerstle River School — Students at Gerstle River School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Gerstle River School Compares
See how Gerstle River School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 369, Delta Junction, AK 99737
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,274
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median Rent
$1,423/mo
Population
4,659
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
73.1%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerstle River School
What grades does Gerstle River School serve?
Gerstle River School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Gerstle River School?
Gerstle River School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerstle River School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerstle River School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gerstle River School rank in AK?
Gerstle River School ranks #294 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Gerstle River School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gerstle River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gerstle River School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gerstle River School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gerstle River School a charter school?
No, Gerstle River School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gerstle River School a Title I school?
No, Gerstle River School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Southeast Fairbanks Census Area
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (907) 895-5165
Resources & Links
District
Delta/Greely School District- District Enrollment
- 1,006
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,157
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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