Gustavus School

About Gustavus School

Gustavus School is a private, co-educational college preparatory school located in the small town of Gustavus, Alaska. Founded in 1891, Gustavus School is one of the oldest private schools in Alaska. The school is known for its rigorous academic standards, commitment to community service, and strong sense of tradition.
Gustavus School offers a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum, with an emphasis on the sciences, mathematics, and the humanities. Students are encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities such as student government, clubs, and athletics. The school also offers a variety of activities for students to explore their interests, including music, art, and drama.
Gustavus School is a close-knit community that values diversity and inclusiveness. The school’s commitment to service learning and community service encourages students to become engaged citizens and develop a sense of responsibility. Gustavus School also has a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, with students taking part in beach clean-ups, recycling projects, and other activities to help protect the environment.
Gustavus School is an excellent choice for students seeking an academically rigorous education in a nurturing, supportive environment. With its commitment to service learning and environmental stewardship, Gustavus School is a great place for students to grow and learn.

Address:	12 Gustavus Rd Gustavus, AK 99826
Phone:	(907) 697-2248
Site:	ak01001788.schoolwires.net/site/Default.aspx?PageType=19
Grades:	K – 12
Enrollment:	63 students

Overview Gustavus School

Gustavus School serves 63 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Gustavus School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Gustavus School

Gustavus School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Gustavus School is 0.30, 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.