Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Valdez 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 39% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valdez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valdez High School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valdez 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 Valdez High School is 0.58, 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
#138 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valdez High School's ranking?
Valdez High School is ranked #138 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valdez High School?
The graduation rate of Valdez High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Valdez High School?
166 students attend Valdez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Valdez High School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valdez High School?
Valdez High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valdez High School offer ?
Valdez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valdez High School part of?
Valdez High School is part of Valdez City School District.
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