Serving 161 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 (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 161 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 161 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 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 0.68, 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
12%
21%
Asian
52%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 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 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?
161 students attend Unalaska Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Unalaska Jr/sr High School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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