Serving 697 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- 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 697 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soldotna 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 Soldotna High School is 0.44, 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
#257 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #257 out of 443 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soldotna High School?
The graduation rate of Soldotna High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Soldotna High School?
697 students attend Soldotna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Soldotna High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soldotna High School?
Soldotna High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Soldotna High School offer ?
Soldotna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Soldotna High School part of?
Soldotna High School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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