Serving 771 students in grades 9-12, Eagle River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagle River High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Eagle River, AK, covering an area of approximately 50.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Eagle River High School's student population of 771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
771 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle River High School is 0.50, 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
#97 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
3%
22%
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Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
12%
8%
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Black
4%
2%
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White
69%
47%
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Hawaiian
1%
3%
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Two or more races
8%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
90-94%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle River High School's ranking?
Eagle River High School is ranked #97 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Eagle River High School often compared to?
Eagle River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chugiak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Eagle River High School?
The graduation rate of Eagle River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Eagle River High School?
771 students attend Eagle River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Eagle River High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle River High School?
Eagle River High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eagle River High School offer ?
Eagle River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eagle River High School part of?
Eagle River High School is part of Anchorage School District.
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