Serving 236 students in grades 6-12, Susitna 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susitna Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Susitna Valley High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Susitna Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susitna Valley High School is 0.45, 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
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susitna Valley High School's ranking?
Susitna Valley High School is ranked #205 out of 441 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 Susitna Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Susitna Valley High School is 80%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Susitna Valley High School?
236 students attend Susitna Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Susitna Valley High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susitna Valley High School?
Susitna Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Susitna Valley High School offer ?
Susitna Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susitna Valley High School part of?
Susitna Valley High School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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