Serving 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School's student population of 54 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
98%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% AK state average).
How many students attend Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School?
54 students attend Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School offer ?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School part of?
Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary School is part of Kuspuk School District.
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