HOUSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Houston High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Big Lake, AK with about 370 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Houston High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Houston High School, located in Big Lake, Alaska, serves as a key educational institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Situated at 12501 W Hawk Lane, the school provides a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. As a central part of the Big Lake community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Houston High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage student engagement and school spirit. By leveraging its connection to the broader Mat-Su school system, the institution provides students with access to diverse resources and technology. Families and community members interested in specific academic programs, extracurricular schedules, or district-wide updates can find detailed information through the school's official website at http://www.matsuk12.us/hhs.

For more information, contact Houston High School at (907) 892-9400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.