Serving 7,486 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7,486 students
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)'s student population of 7,486 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7,486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is 0.44, 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 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)'s ranking?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is ranked #107 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) often compared to?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)is often viewed alongside schools like Lathrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)?
The graduation rate of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is 73%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)?
7,486 students attend Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) offer ?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) part of?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is part of Galena City School District.
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