Serving 1,294 students in grades 9-12, South Anchorage High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Anchorage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Anchorage High School's student population of 1,294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Anchorage 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 South Anchorage High School is 0.58, 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
#163 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Anchorage High School's ranking?
South Anchorage High School is ranked #163 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are South Anchorage High School often compared to?
South Anchorage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dimond High School, Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School by visitors of our site.
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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Anchorage High School?
The graduation rate of South Anchorage High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend South Anchorage High School?
1,294 students attend South Anchorage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Anchorage High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Anchorage High School?
South Anchorage High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Anchorage High School offer ?
South Anchorage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Anchorage High School part of?
South Anchorage High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is South Anchorage High School located?
South Anchorage High School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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