Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Edgecumbe 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Edgecumbe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt. Edgecumbe High School's student population of 407 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt. Edgecumbe 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 Mt. Edgecumbe High School is 0.15, 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
#334 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
92%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Edgecumbe High School's ranking?
Mt. Edgecumbe High School is ranked #334 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Edgecumbe High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Edgecumbe High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mt. Edgecumbe High School?
407 students attend Mt. Edgecumbe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mt. Edgecumbe High School students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Edgecumbe High School?
Mt. Edgecumbe High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt. Edgecumbe High School offer ?
Mt. Edgecumbe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Edgecumbe High School part of?
Mt. Edgecumbe High School is part of Mount Edgecumbe School District.
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