Colony High School
1,117 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Colony High School, located in Palmer, Alaska, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Situated against the backdrop of Alaska’s rugged landscape, the school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in the region. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and vocational programs, aimed at fostering both intellectual growth and personal development in a supportive community setting.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Colony High School emphasizes student engagement and preparation for life after graduation. The school utilizes its website as a central hub for communication, providing families and students with easy access to important resources such as academic calendars, counseling services, and information on school policies. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with a commitment to community involvement, Colony High School strives to cultivate an environment where students are encouraged to pursue their goals and become productive members of their local community and beyond.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Colony High School emphasizes student engagement and preparation for life after graduation. The school utilizes its website as a central hub for communication, providing families and students with easy access to important resources such as academic calendars, counseling services, and information on school policies. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with a commitment to community involvement, Colony High School strives to cultivate an environment where students are encouraged to pursue their goals and become productive members of their local community and beyond.
1,117
Total Students
55.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 760 |
| Hispanic | 92 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More | 149 |
| American Indian | 83 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White760 (68.0 %)
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Two or More149 (13.3 %)
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Hispanic92 (8.2 %)
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American Indian83 (7.4 %)
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Asian20 (1.8 %)
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Black10 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District |
| Phone: | (907)861-5500 |
| Website: | http://www.matsuk12.us/chs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,117 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 55.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 282 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 45 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
335
Grade 10
319
Grade 11
260
Grade 12
203
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 335 |
| Grade 10 | 319 |
| Grade 11 | 260 |
| Grade 12 | 203 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 514 | 46% |
| Male | 603 | 54% |
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