Cordova Jr/Sr High School, also known as Cordova High School is a joint junior and senior high school located in Cordova, Alaska. It serves grades seven through twelve. It is a part of the Cordova School District.
Serving 135 students in grades 7-12, Cordova Jr/sr 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cordova Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Cordova Jr/sr High School's student population of 135 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
White, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cordova Jr/sr 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 Cordova Jr/sr High School is 0.68, 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
#166 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
22%
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordova Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Cordova Jr/sr High School is ranked #166 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cordova Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Cordova Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Cordova Jr/sr High School?
135 students attend Cordova Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cordova Jr/sr High School students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cordova Jr/sr High School?
Cordova Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cordova Jr/sr High School offer ?
Cordova Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cordova Jr/sr High School part of?
Cordova Jr/sr High School is part of Cordova City School District.
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