Dillingham Adventist School in Dillingham, AK offers co–ed education for grades pre–kindergarten through 7 in a rural community setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 22 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Founded in 1853, Dillingham Adventist School is one of the oldest private schools in Alaska.
The student body is diverse, with 60% of students identifying as students of color, placing the school among the top 20% for diversity in the state.
Affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church, the school is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC).
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
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.: 11:1
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 | 15 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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