Soldotna High School is a public high school serving grades 9???2 in Soldotna, Alaska, United States. The school's primary objective is to prepare students for college and career opportunities. The school colors are silver and blue, and the mascot is a star. Approximately 720 students are currently enrolled.
Serving 695 students in grades 9-12, Soldotna High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Soldotna High School serves the northeast part of Soldotna, AK, covering an area of approximately 68.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soldotna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Soldotna High School's student population of 695 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Soldotna High School students to explore and identify their interests and values in order to achieve lifelong success.
School Rankings
Soldotna 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 Soldotna High School is 0.46, 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
#244 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soldotna High School's ranking?
Soldotna High School is ranked #244 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Soldotna High School often compared to?
Soldotna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenai Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soldotna High School?
The graduation rate of Soldotna High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Soldotna High School?
695 students attend Soldotna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Soldotna High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soldotna High School?
Soldotna High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Soldotna High School offer ?
Soldotna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Soldotna High School part of?
Soldotna High School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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