Serving 40 students in grades 9-12, Pacific High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pacific High School's student population of 40 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Pacific High School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific High School is 0.58, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
53%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
38%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
<50%
77.9%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-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 Pacific High School's ranking?
Pacific High School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pacific High School?
The graduation rate of Pacific High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Pacific High School?
40 students attend Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pacific High School students are American Indian, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific High School?
Pacific High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pacific High School offer ?
Pacific High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pacific High School part of?
Pacific High School is part of Sitka School District.
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