Delta High School is a high school in Delta Junction, Alaska operated by the Delta/Greely School District.
Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Delta Junction Senior High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delta Junction Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Delta Junction Senior High School's student population of 159 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Delta Junction Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Junction Senior High School is 0.40, 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
#240 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
- Delta High School faculty believes that students, regardless of their cultural background, can learn and achieve success in school. Teachers, support staff, and parents will collaboratively guide students in achieving the primary goal of completing their high school education by providing challenging curriculum, aligned with state standards to prepare students to become life long learners, competent workers, and be productive and contributing members of this diverse and ever changing world.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Junction Senior High School's ranking?
Delta Junction Senior High School is ranked #240 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delta Junction Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Delta Junction Senior High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Delta Junction Senior High School?
159 students attend Delta Junction Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Delta Junction Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Junction Senior High School?
Delta Junction Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Delta Junction Senior High School offer ?
Delta Junction Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Delta Junction Senior High School part of?
Delta Junction Senior High School is part of Delta/Greely School District.
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