Metlakatla High School in Metlakatla, AK, serves 102 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which ranks in the top 20% lowest ratios in Alaska.
The graduation rate is 80%, higher than the state average of 78%, consistently placing the school among the top 20% for graduation rates in the state.
Math proficiency is 10%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, while reading proficiency at 20% and science proficiency ranging from 21% to 39% are also below the state averages.
The school's overall ranking has declined from #83 in 2019 to #334 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in relative performance among Alaska high schools.
Minority enrollment is 99%, predominantly American Indian (97 students), and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased from 70% in 2022 to 74% in 2023, reflecting a stable high rate of socioeconomic need at this Alaska public high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metlakatla High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 215.3 square miles in Metlakatla, AK. The typical drive to the school from any point in the zone takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metlakatla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Metlakatla High School's student population of 98 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
98 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Metlakatla High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metlakatla High School is 0.15, 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
#334 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
92%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
1%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
37%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
24%
6%
Showing 2005–2019. View full 17-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 Metlakatla High School's ranking?
Metlakatla High School is ranked #334 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metlakatla High School?
The graduation rate of Metlakatla High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Metlakatla High School?
98 students attend Metlakatla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Metlakatla High School students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metlakatla High School?
Metlakatla High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metlakatla High School offer ?
Metlakatla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metlakatla High School part of?
Metlakatla High School is part of Annette Island School District.
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