Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Wrangell High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wrangell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wrangell High School's student population of 68 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wrangell High School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wrangell High School is 0.55, 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
#37 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
53%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrangell High School's ranking?
Wrangell High School is ranked #37 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wrangell High School?
The graduation rate of Wrangell High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Wrangell High School?
68 students attend Wrangell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wrangell High School students are American Indian, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wrangell High School?
Wrangell High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wrangell High School offer ?
Wrangell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrangell High School part of?
Wrangell High School is part of Wrangell Public School District.
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