Providence Heights (Closed 2007)

Providence Heights serves 5 students in grades 6-12. 
Minority enrollment was 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
1 teacher

School Rankings

This School
State Level (AK)
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
60%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Providence Heights?
5 students attend Providence Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Providence Heights students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are White.
What grades does Providence Heights offer ?
Providence Heights offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Providence Heights part of?
Providence Heights is part of Anchorage School District.

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