Serving 818 students in grades 9-12, West Valley 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 24% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 818 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley 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 West Valley High School is 0.63, 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
#196 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #196 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lathrop High School, Hutchison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 88%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
818 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Valley High School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 12/5/2010
Amazing school. Teachers are all wonderful, optimistic. Kids are very, very nice. No troubles with making friends.
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