School Overview
Dimond High School, located in the Sand Lake area of Anchorage, Alaska, is one of the largest and most prominent public high schools in the Anchorage School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational training, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school takes pride in its vibrant campus culture, fostering an environment that encourages students to pursue excellence in their studies while engaging with the broader community.

Beyond academics, Dimond High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular program, featuring a highly competitive athletics department—famously known as the "Lynx"—and an array of student-led clubs and arts programs. These offerings are central to the school’s identity, providing students with numerous opportunities to develop leadership skills, artistic talents, and team-based cooperation. With its focus on balancing rigorous scholastic expectations with active student involvement, Dimond continues to be a staple of the Anchorage community, striving to support the diverse needs and aspirations of its student body.
1,443
Total Students
65.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dimond High School
Demographic Student Count
White616
Hispanic125
Black37
Asian199
Two or More261
American Indian122
Pacific Islander83
  • White
    616 (42.7 %)
  • Two or More
    261 (18.1 %)
  • Asian
    199 (13.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    125 (8.7 %)
  • American Indian
    122 (8.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    83 (5.8 %)
  • Black
    37 (2.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Anchorage School District
Phone: (907)742-7000
Website: http://dimond.asdk12.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,443
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 65.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 336
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 47
Grades Taught
Grade 9 406
Grade 10 371
Grade 11 335
Grade 12 331

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dimond High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9406
Grade 10371
Grade 11335
Grade 12331
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dimond High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71349.4%
Male73050.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)