Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) vs Sidney C. Huntington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA)
Galena · Public high · Grades 9–12
185 students
Sidney C. Huntington Elementary
Galena · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
65 students
| Measure | Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) Galena, Alaska | Sidney C. Huntington Elementary Galena, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 49 | #129 of 159 |
| National rank | #16066 of 16,910 | #40291 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 185 | 65 |
| Enrollment | 185 | 65 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.6% | 81.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 5.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 30% |
| city | Galena | Galena |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sidney C. Huntington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.2 vs 14.9).
- •Sidney C. Huntington Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 5%).
- •Sidney C. Huntington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 15%).
- •Sidney C. Huntington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 87.6%).
- •Sidney C. Huntington Elementary does better on students per teacher (5.4 vs 13.2).
- •Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) is the larger school with 185 students compared with 65.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) better than Sidney C. Huntington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sidney C. Huntington Elementary ranks higher (27.2 vs 14.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) and Sidney C. Huntington Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Galena and Galena in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA): 185. Sidney C. Huntington Elementary: 65. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) and Sidney C. Huntington Elementary rank in Alaska?
Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA) is 47th of 49 and Sidney C. Huntington Elementary is 129th of 159 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).