Valdez High School serves 165 students in grades 9-12.
Valdez High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valdez High School's student population of 165 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valdez High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Valdez High School is 0.55, 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
#202 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Valdez High School's ranking?
Valdez High School is ranked #202 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valdez High School?
The graduation rate of Valdez High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Valdez High School?
165 students attend Valdez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Valdez High School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Valdez High School offer ?
Valdez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valdez High School part of?
Valdez High School is part of Valdez City School District.
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