Dillingham Adventist School in Dillingham, AK enrolls 22 students from pre–kindergarten through 7th grade in a rural setting.
Founded in 1853, the school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and operates as a co–educational elementary and middle school.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 4 full–time teachers serving its enrollment.
Student diversity includes American Indian, Hispanic, and White (non–Hispanic) populations, with 60% of students representing students of color.
Dillingham Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for student diversity and school history.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AK School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Dillingham Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
1853
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dillingham Adventist School often compared to?
Dillingham Adventist School is often viewed alongside schools like Apex Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Dillingham Adventist School's ranking?
Dillingham Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Dillingham Adventist School?
The application deadline for Dillingham Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Dillingham Adventist School vs. Apex Montessori Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to Dillingham Adventist School is Bristol Bay Christian Learning Center (72.6 miles away)
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Po Box 257
King Salmon, AK 99613
(907) 246-7323
King Salmon, AK 99613
(907) 246-7323
72.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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