Mckinley Heights High School serves 10 students in grades 7-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
10 students

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1

American Indian
20%
22%

Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%

Black
n/a
2%
White
70%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups



School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mckinley Heights High School?
10 students attend Mckinley Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mckinley Heights High School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinley Heights High School?
Mckinley Heights High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mckinley Heights High School offer ?
Mckinley Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mckinley Heights High School part of?
Mckinley Heights High School is part of Anchorage School District.
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