For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 48 students in Whittier, AK.
The top ranked public school in Whittier, AK is Whittier Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whittier, AK public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Whittier have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Whittier, AK (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whittier Community School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Portage St
Whittier, AK 99693
(907) 472-2575
Whittier, AK 99693
(907) 472-2575
Grades: PK-12
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Whittier, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Whittier, AK include Whittier Community School.
How many public schools are located in Whittier?
1 public schools are located in Whittier.
What is the racial composition of students in Whittier?
Whittier public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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