Serving 1,147 students in grades 9-12, Colony High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colony High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Colony High School's student population of 1,147 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colony High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colony High School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colony High School's ranking?
Colony High School is ranked #256 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Colony High School often compared to?
Colony High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer High School, Wasilla High School, Mat-su Career & Tech Educational High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colony High School?
The graduation rate of Colony High School is 97%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Colony High School?
1,147 students attend Colony High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Colony High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colony High School?
Colony High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colony High School offer ?
Colony High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colony High School part of?
Colony High School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 2/17/2010
Strong French program. Well known for great athletic teams and coaches.
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