Serving 1,443 students in grades 9-12, Dimond 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dimond High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Dimond High School's student population of 1,443 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dimond High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dimond High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#248 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimond High School's ranking?
Dimond High School is ranked #248 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Dimond High School often compared to?
Dimond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Anchorage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dimond High School?
The graduation rate of Dimond High School is 91%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Dimond High School?
1,443 students attend Dimond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dimond High School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dimond High School?
Dimond High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dimond High School offer ?
Dimond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dimond High School part of?
Dimond High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Dimond High School located?
Dimond High School is located in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Sand Lake.
School Reviews
4 3/24/2020
The school is pretty good. 99% of teachers are good and teach the subject well. Plenty of ways to join clubs or make clubs. The only bad thing is the current bus driver for bus 611. Terrible bus driver. Other than that great school.
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