Wrangell High School serves 61 students in grades 9-12.
Wrangell High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrangell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wrangell High School's student population of 61 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wrangell High School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Wrangell High School is 0.51, 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
#81 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
56%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Wrangell High School's ranking?
Wrangell High School is ranked #81 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wrangell High School?
The graduation rate of Wrangell High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Wrangell High School?
61 students attend Wrangell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wrangell High School students are American Indian, 42% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wrangell High School?
Wrangell High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wrangell High School offer ?
Wrangell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrangell High School part of?
Wrangell High School is part of Wrangell Public School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
New Year Holiday (Schools Closed)
January 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break for Students
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break for Students
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break for Students
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break for Students
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
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