West Valley High School

3800 Geist Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 906 students in grades 9-12, West Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 906 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 88% (Top 20% in AK)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 24% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

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Attribute

School Overview

West Valley High School's student population of 906 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

West Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley High School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#196 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
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24%
23%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of West Valley High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
29%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Valley High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
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American Indian
9%
22%
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Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
8%
8%
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Black
3%
2%
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White
60%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
3%
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Two or more races
17%
13%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Alaska.
0.60
This chart displays the diversity score of West Valley High School and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
88%
78%
This chart displays graduation rate of West Valley High School and public school graduation rate of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Valley High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #196 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lathrop High School, Hutchison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 88%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
906 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Valley High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.

School Reviews

5   12/5/2010
Amazing school. Teachers are all wonderful, optimistic. Kids are very, very nice. No troubles with making friends.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - charl

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 906 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 88% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 24% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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