Valley Pathways

1150 North France Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Valley Pathways 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 198 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50% in AK)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

School Overview

Valley Pathways's student population of 198 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
This chart display total students of Valley Pathways by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Gender %
This chart display gender of Valley Pathways
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Valley Pathways by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Valley Pathways by grade.

School Rankings

Valley Pathways 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 Valley Pathways is 0.61, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AK)
#298 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of Valley Pathways, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
≤20%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Valley Pathways and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
21-39%
44%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Valley Pathways and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Valley Pathways and the public school average student teacher ratio of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
13%
22%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Valley Pathways and percentage of American Indian public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Asian
1%
5%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Valley Pathways and the percentage of Asian public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hispanic
14%
8%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Valley Pathways and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
1%
2%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Valley Pathways and the percentage of Black public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
59%
47%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Valley Pathways and the percentage of White public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
This chart display the percentage of Hawaiian students in Valley Pathways and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Two or more races
12%
13%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Valley Pathways and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Valley Pathways.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in AK.
0.61
This chart display the diversity score of Valley Pathways and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
77%
This chart display graduation rate of Valley Pathways and public school graduation rate of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Valley Pathways and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Valley Pathways and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley Pathways's ranking?
Valley Pathways is ranked #298 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Valley Pathways often compared to?
Valley Pathwaysis often viewed alongside schools like Burchell High School, Mat-su Youth Facility by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Pathways?
The graduation rate of Valley Pathways is 50-54%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Valley Pathways?
198 students attend Valley Pathways.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Valley Pathways students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Pathways?
Valley Pathways has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Pathways offer ?
Valley Pathways offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Pathways part of?
Valley Pathways is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.

School Calendar

View the Valley Pathways yearly calendar below.

School Reviews

Review Valley Pathways. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 198 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links