Serving 162 students in grades 7-12, Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Unalaska Jr/sr High School's student population of 162 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Unalaska Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unalaska Jr/sr High School is 0.70, 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
#127 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
50%
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unalaska Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School is ranked #127 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Unalaska Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Unalaska Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adak School, St. Paul School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Unalaska Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
162 students attend Unalaska Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Unalaska Jr/sr High School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Unalaska Jr/sr High School?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Unalaska Jr/sr High School offer ?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Unalaska Jr/sr High School part of?
Unalaska Jr/sr High School is part of Unalaska City School District.
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