Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Haines High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Haines High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Haines, AK, encompassing approximately 2,725.5 square miles. The zone's average distance from the school to its edge is about 33.2 miles, with the furthest point located 78.5 miles away, making for a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Haines High School's student population of 78 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haines 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 Haines High School is 0.47, 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
#107 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
23%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
69%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
13%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Glacier Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haines High School's ranking?
Haines High School is ranked #107 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haines High School?
The graduation rate of Haines High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Haines High School?
78 students attend Haines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Haines High School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haines High School?
Haines High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Haines High School offer ?
Haines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haines High School part of?
Haines High School is part of Haines Borough School District.
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