Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Colony High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colony High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Colony High School's student population of 1,117 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colony High School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colony 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
#194 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colony High School's ranking?
Colony High School is ranked #194 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Colony High School often compared to?
Colony High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer High School, Wasilla High School, mat-su career & tech Educational high by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colony High School?
The graduation rate of Colony High School is 93%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Colony High School?
1,117 students attend Colony High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Colony High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colony High School?
Colony High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colony High School offer ?
Colony High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colony High School part of?
Colony High School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Colony High School located?
Colony High School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2010
Strong French program. Well known for great athletic teams and coaches.
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