Serving 1,046 students in grades 9-12, Colony 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 34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colony High School serves the southern part of Palmer, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 91.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with most residents living within about 5.4 miles of the school's boundaries, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is 12.3 miles away.
- 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 1,046 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,046 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Motto
Knights are Champions; past, present, and future.
School Rankings
Colony High School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colony High School is 0.52, 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
#183 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Knight
Source: 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 #183 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colony High School?
The graduation rate of Colony High School is 90%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Colony High School?
1,046 students attend Colony High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Colony High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colony High School offer ?
Colony High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colony High School part of?
Colony High School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Colony High School located?
Colony High School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
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