Cordova Jr/sr High School (Closed 2026)

100 Fisherman Ave
Cordova, AK 99574
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
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

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

This School
State Level (AK)
#145 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
32%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40-44%
29%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
23%
22%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
23%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
2%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

White
49%
47%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
13%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
51%
0.66

Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

≥80%
77.9%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
38.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
4%

Showing 2009–2021. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

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 77.9%.
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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