Best 99741 Alaska Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 186 students in 99741, AK.
The top ranked public high schools in 99741, AK are Galena Interior Learning (Gila) and Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 99741 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alaska public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 31% statewide average). High schools in 99741, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 99741 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the Alaska average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Galena Interior Learning (Gila), with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alaska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public high school average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Best 99741, AK Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Galena Interior Learning (Gila)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
359 Challenger
Galena, AK 99741
(907) 656-2053
Grades: 9-12
| 149 students
Rank: #22.
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
299 Antoski Ave
Galena, AK 99741
(907) 656-1205
Grades: 7-12
| 37 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 99741, AK?
The top ranked public high schools in 99741, AK include Galena Interior Learning (Gila) and Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 99741, AK?
2 public high schools are located in 99741, AK.
What is the racial composition of students in 99741, AK?
99741, AK public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public high schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).

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