Cordova Jr/sr High School in Cordova, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 13:1, reflecting smaller class sizes than many Alaska public schools.
The school's math proficiency ranges from 40% to 44%, which is higher than the state average of 32% and slightly above the district average of 39%.
Reading proficiency at /sr High School is between 40% and 44%, higher than the state average of 29% and approximately equal to the district average of 40–44%.
Science proficiency is notably strong at 50–59%, placing the school in the top 20% statewide and above the state average of 38%, though below the district range of 60–64%.
Enrollment declined from 223 students in 2007 to 135 in 2023, with minority enrollment comprising 55% of the student body; the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 34% in 2007 to 78% in 2023, indicating a rise in low–income student population.
Top Rankings
Cordova Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
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
23%
22%
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Silver
School Mascot
The Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordova Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Cordova Jr/sr High School is ranked #145 out of 441 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
126 students attend Cordova Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cordova Jr/sr High School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 23% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
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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