North Pole High School

601 Nphs Blvd
North Pole, AK 99705
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 597 students in grades 9-12, North Pole High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 597 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 75-79% (Top 30% in AK)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Pole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

North Pole High School's student population of 597 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

North Pole High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Pole High School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
#243 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of North Pole High School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
30-34%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of North Pole High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
30-34%
44%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Pole High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
5%
22%
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Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
8%
8%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
68%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
3%
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Two or more races
16%
13%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in AK.
0.51
This chart display the diversity score of North Pole High School and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75-79%
77%
This chart display graduation rate of North Pole High School and public school graduation rate of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in North Pole High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Pole High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Pole High School's ranking?
North Pole High School is ranked #243 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are North Pole High School often compared to?
North Pole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley High School, Ben Eielson Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pole High School?
The graduation rate of North Pole High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend North Pole High School?
597 students attend North Pole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Pole High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pole High School?
North Pole High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Pole High School offer ?
North Pole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pole High School part of?
North Pole High School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.

School Reviews

1   5/27/2019
Punishes a female student who defends herself against boys in the GIRL''S bathroom!
- Posted by Parent - Anon
5   9/11/2010
I Think This Is A Veary Good School To Attend. They Have Great Teachers And A wide Variety Of Sports And Classes To Choose From.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - justi

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 597 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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