Dillingham Census Area Schools & Education
Dillingham Census Area, Alaska
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
72.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
72.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 79.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,541
National avg $13,239
State avg $13,745
School Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 56/100
State Score Position
#19
of 29 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Dillingham Census Area
Measured School Summary
Dillingham Census Area has midrange measured school signals (score: 51/100) with a graduation rate of 72.1%, which warrants review in official state and district records.
Funding Context
With $15,541 per pupil, Dillingham Census Area has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% below the Alaska average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 13% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Dillingham Census Area before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
10 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
51/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #19 of 29 Alaska counties with school score data.
Completion
72.1%
6.9 pts below the state average
Funding context
$15,541
$1,796 above the state average
School coverage
10
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Dillingham Census Area has 10 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Dillingham Census Area school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
Southwest Region School District carries most of the listed public-school system, with 8 of 10 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#19
of 29 Alaska counties with school score data. The county score is 5 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Southwest Region School District
Other grade structure
631 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
Dillingham City School District
Elementary and high visible
420 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Southwest Region School District is the largest listed district slice, with 8 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Dillingham Census Area?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Dillingham Census Area district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Dillingham Census Area, Alaska
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Vast Rural Network in Dillingham
Ten public schools serve 1,051 students across two distinct school districts in this remote region. The infrastructure includes one elementary school, one high school, and eight schools with unique 'other' configurations, such as PK-12 facilities. Most education occurs in small, integrated settings tailored to isolated communities.
Spotlight on Southwest Region Schools
The Southwest Region School District is the larger of the two providers, managing eight schools and 631 students. Dillingham City School District operates the remaining two schools, serving a more concentrated population of 420 students. There are currently no charter school options available within the census area.
Intimate Rural Learning Environments
Every single school in the Dillingham Census Area is classified as a rural locale, fostering close-knit campus cultures. The average school size is just 105 students, ranging from the Dillingham Middle/High School with 211 students down to much smaller village sites. While bachelor's attainment data is currently unavailable, these schools serve as vital community hubs.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Dillingham Census Area
Reported Enrollment
1,051
10 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Dillingham Census Area
Southwest Region School District
Dillingham City School District
10 Public Schools in Dillingham Census Area
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 10 of 10 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillingham Middle/High School | Record | Dillingham City School District | Dillingham, 99576Rural: Remote | 6–12 | High | 211 |
| Dillingham Elementary | Record | Dillingham City School District | Dillingham, 99576Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 209 |
| Togiak School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Togiak, 99678Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 202 |
| Chief Ivan Blunka School | Record | Southwest Region School District | New Stuyahok, 99636Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 150 |
| Manokotak School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Manokotak, 99628Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 149 |
| Koliganek School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Koliganek, 99576Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 57 |
| Aleknagik School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Aleknagik, 99555Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 30 |
| Twin Hills School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Twin Hills, 99576Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 19 |
| William Sonny Nelson School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Ekwok, 99580Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Other | 14 |
| Clarks Point School | Record | Southwest Region School District | Clarks Point, 99569Rural: Remote | KG–12 | Other | 10 |
Dillingham Middle/High School
Dillingham City School District
Dillingham, 99576 / Rural: Remote
Dillingham Elementary
Dillingham City School District
Dillingham, 99576 / Rural: Remote
Togiak School
Southwest Region School District
Togiak, 99678 / Rural: Remote
Chief Ivan Blunka School
Southwest Region School District
New Stuyahok, 99636 / Rural: Remote
Manokotak School
Southwest Region School District
Manokotak, 99628 / Rural: Remote
Koliganek School
Southwest Region School District
Koliganek, 99576 / Rural: Remote
Aleknagik School
Southwest Region School District
Aleknagik, 99555 / Rural: Remote
Twin Hills School
Southwest Region School District
Twin Hills, 99576 / Rural: Remote
William Sonny Nelson School
Southwest Region School District
Ekwok, 99580 / Rural: Remote
Clarks Point School
Southwest Region School District
Clarks Point, 99569 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$15,541
State avg $13,745
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Schools in Dillingham Census Area, Alaska — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Dillingham Census Area, Alaska?
Ten public schools serve 1,051 students across two distinct school districts in this remote region. The infrastructure includes one elementary school, one high school, and eight schools with unique 'other' configurations, such as PK-12 facilities. Most education occurs in small, integrated settings tailored to isolated communities.
What are the major school districts in Dillingham Census Area, Alaska?
The Southwest Region School District is the larger of the two providers, managing eight schools and 631 students. Dillingham City School District operates the remaining two schools, serving a more concentrated population of 420 students. There are currently no charter school options available within the census area.
What is the school experience like in Dillingham Census Area?
Every single school in the Dillingham Census Area is classified as a rural locale, fostering close-knit campus cultures. The average school size is just 105 students, ranging from the Dillingham Middle/High School with 211 students down to much smaller village sites. While bachelor's attainment data is currently unavailable, these schools serve as vital community hubs.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.