Wasilla High School is a public secondary school in Wasilla, Alaska, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. The school is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 859 students in grades 9-12, Wasilla 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 28% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wasilla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wasilla High School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
859 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Grey, Red, Burgundy
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
Wasilla 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 Wasilla High School is 0.56, 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
#264 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
16%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
- Wasilla High School (WHS) is located wtihin the Matanuska-Susitna Borough which serves suburban and rural communities with a combined population of 59,000. A comprehensive curriculum including: advanced placement, honors, college prepatory, business, trade/technical, fine arts, and enrichment programs. Twenty-one credits including four years of language arts, three years of science, three years of social studies, two years of math, one year of phyiscal education, and one-half year of health is required for graduation. A variety of fundamental, modified, and resource courses are available. Also available are self-contained classrooms, daily living, life skills, work study, and study skill labs. These courses are limited to students with an Individual Education Plan. Districtwide Career Pathway courses, English as a Second Language courses, Tech Prep courses, and the talented and gifted Program are available for those who qualify.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasilla High School's ranking?
Wasilla High School is ranked #264 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Wasilla High School often compared to?
Wasilla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colony High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wasilla High School?
The graduation rate of Wasilla High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Wasilla High School?
859 students attend Wasilla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wasilla High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wasilla High School?
Wasilla High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wasilla High School offer ?
Wasilla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wasilla High School part of?
Wasilla High School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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