Delta Junction Elementary

Delta/Greely School District
2659 Nistler Rd
Delta Junction, AK 99737
359 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Delta Junction Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Delta Junction, Alaska, serving students within the Delta/Greely School District. As a key educational institution in the region, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community involvement. It serves as a foundational hub for local families, providing a curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of students living in the interior of Alaska.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Delta/Greely School District, which focuses on preparing students for success in a rapidly changing world. By utilizing the resources found on their official website (http://www.dgsd.us), parents and community members can stay informed about district-wide initiatives, academic calendars, and specific school programs. With its focus on rigorous instruction and a collaborative culture, Delta Junction Elementary strives to equip its young learners with the essential skills necessary for their future educational and personal endeavors.
359
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    265 (73.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    43 (12.0 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (10.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (1.9 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Delta/Greely School District
Phone: (907)895-4696
Website: http://www.dgsd.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 359
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 91
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 24
Kindergarten 54
Grade 1 59
Grade 2 59
Grade 3 57
Grade 4 45
Grade 5 61
Gender Ratio