LATHROP HIGH SCHOOL
Lathrop High School is a public high school that is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District school district, located in Fairbanks, AK with about 1,023 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, Lathrop High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Lathrop High School, located at 901 Airport Way in Fairbanks, Alaska, is a prominent secondary institution within the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. As one of the district’s primary high schools, it serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its strong emphasis on traditional core subjects, while also providing a variety of elective courses and extracurricular activities, including robust athletics, performing arts, and vocational programs.
Beyond its academic offerings, Lathrop High School plays a significant role in the Fairbanks community by fostering an environment that encourages school spirit and student engagement. The school’s faculty and staff are dedicated to supporting student success through various support services and a focus on college and career readiness. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific programs, district policies, or upcoming events, the official website at [www.k12northstar.org](http://www.k12northstar.org) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
For more information, contact Lathrop High School at (907) 456-7794 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Fairbanks, AK 99701-6094
(907) 456-7794
http://www.k12northstar.org
LATHROP HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Fairbanks, AK with about 1,023 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alaska
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,023
- Teachers:
- 53.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,023 students
- White
- 53.6%
- Two or more races
- 13.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 8.2%
- Black or African American
- 7.6%
- Asian
- 4.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 2.9%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.