Hoonah Junior/Senior High School in Hoonah, AK, has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 58 students and 5 teachers as of 2023, maintaining stable enrollment and ratio over the past five years.
The school's graduation rate is 50%, which is significantly lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
Math proficiency data appears inconsistent; however, available figures indicate school performance is lower than state and district averages in multiple years.
Reading proficiency is below the state average, with the school showing a declining trend compared to consistently higher statewide rates.
The school serves a predominantly American Indian and multiracial student body, with 86% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a sustained increase in socioeconomic need since 2016 in this rural Alaska public high school.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
58 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
50%
22%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
47%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
36%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
5%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% AK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoonah Junior/Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Hoonah Junior/Senior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Hoonah Junior/Senior High School?
58 students attend Hoonah Junior/Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hoonah Junior/Senior High School students are American Indian, 36% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hoonah Junior/Senior High School?
Hoonah Junior/Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hoonah Junior/Senior High School offer ?
Hoonah Junior/Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hoonah Junior/Senior High School part of?
Hoonah Junior/Senior High School is part of Hoonah City School District.
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