Serving 1,318 students in grades 9-12, South Anchorage 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 29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), 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: 1,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Anchorage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Anchorage High School's student population of 1,318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Anchorage 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 South Anchorage High School is 0.56, 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
#174 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Anchorage High School's ranking?
South Anchorage High School is ranked #174 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are South Anchorage High School often compared to?
South Anchorage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dimond High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Anchorage High School?
The graduation rate of South Anchorage High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend South Anchorage High School?
1,318 students attend South Anchorage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Anchorage High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Anchorage High School?
South Anchorage High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Anchorage High School offer ?
South Anchorage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Anchorage High School part of?
South Anchorage High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is South Anchorage High School located?
South Anchorage High School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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