Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sayeik Gastineau Community 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayeik Gastineau Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sayeik Gastineau Community School's student population of 263 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sayeik Gastineau Community 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 Sayeik Gastineau Community School is 0.68, 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)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
30%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sayeik Gastineau Community School's ranking?
Sayeik Gastineau Community School is ranked #175 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Sayeik Gastineau Community School often compared to?
Sayeik Gastineau Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harborview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sayeik Gastineau Community School?
263 students attend Sayeik Gastineau Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sayeik Gastineau Community School students are White, 30% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sayeik Gastineau Community School?
Sayeik Gastineau Community School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sayeik Gastineau Community School offer ?
Sayeik Gastineau Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sayeik Gastineau Community School part of?
Sayeik Gastineau Community School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Sayeik Gastineau Community School located?
Sayeik Gastineau Community School is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Juneau, AK.
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