Highland Academy Charter School is a competency-based school in Anchorage, Alaska in the Anchorage School District. It is a charter school whose focus is a learning approach in which all students must demonstrate proficiency in a selection of standards.
Serving 178 students in grades 6-12, Highland Academy Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Academy Charter's student population of 178 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Green, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Academy Charter is 0.66, 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
#262 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
- Highland Tech High equips students with the academic, social, and technical skills to excel in today s world and contribute positively to our society and the future. Students who graduate from HTH are able to choose their future, whatever that choice may be. The Reinventing Schools Coalition (RISC) philosophy of Shared Leadership, Shared Vision, Standards-Based Instruction, and Continuous Improvement is the foundation that guides our program.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Academy Charter's ranking?
Highland Academy Charter is ranked #262 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Highland Academy Charter often compared to?
Highland Academy Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Mclaughlin Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Academy Charter?
The graduation rate of Highland Academy Charter is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Highland Academy Charter?
178 students attend Highland Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Highland Academy Charter students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Academy Charter?
Highland Academy Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Academy Charter offer ?
Highland Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Academy Charter part of?
Highland Academy Charter is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Academy Charter located?
Highland Academy Charter is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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