Serving 165 students in grades 7-12, Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Unalaska Jr/sr High School's student population of 165 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unalaska Jr/sr High School is 0.67, 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
#144 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
53%
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unalaska Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School is ranked #144 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Unalaska Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Unalaska Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adak School, St Paul School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Unalaska Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
165 students attend Unalaska Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Unalaska Jr/sr High School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Unalaska Jr/sr High School offer ?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Unalaska Jr/sr High School part of?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School is part of Unalaska City School District.
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