Serving 167 students in grades 6-8, Delta Junction Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delta Junction Junior High School's student population of 167 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delta Junction Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Junction Junior High School is 0.46, 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
#175 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Junction Junior High School's ranking?
Delta Junction Junior High School is ranked #175 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Delta Junction Junior High School?
167 students attend Delta Junction Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Delta Junction Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Junction Junior High School?
Delta Junction Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Delta Junction Junior High School offer ?
Delta Junction Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Delta Junction Junior High School part of?
Delta Junction Junior High School is part of Delta/Greely School District.
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