Wasilla High School
848 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Wasilla High School, located in the heart of Wasilla, Alaska, serves as a central hub for secondary education within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. As a key institution in the community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus is well-regarded for its commitment to student development, providing a variety of elective courses and academic support services to meet the diverse needs of its student body.
Beyond the classroom, Wasilla High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular programs, which play a significant role in fostering school spirit and student engagement. The "Warriors" are particularly noted for their strong tradition in competitive athletics and a wide array of student clubs and organizations that cater to interests ranging from the arts to technology. By balancing academic rigor with active participation in extracurricular activities, Wasilla High School strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational environment that encourages personal growth, teamwork, and community involvement.
Beyond the classroom, Wasilla High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular programs, which play a significant role in fostering school spirit and student engagement. The "Warriors" are particularly noted for their strong tradition in competitive athletics and a wide array of student clubs and organizations that cater to interests ranging from the arts to technology. By balancing academic rigor with active participation in extracurricular activities, Wasilla High School strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational environment that encourages personal growth, teamwork, and community involvement.
848
Total Students
46.8
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 554 |
| Hispanic | 59 |
| Black | 8 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More | 124 |
| American Indian | 83 |
| Pacific Islander | 8 |
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White554 (65.3 %)
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Two or More124 (14.6 %)
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American Indian83 (9.8 %)
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Hispanic59 (7.0 %)
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Asian12 (1.4 %)
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Black8 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander8 (0.9 %)
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)352-8200 |
| Website: | http://www.matsuk12.us/whs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 848 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 218 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 54 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
274
Grade 10
225
Grade 11
188
Grade 12
161
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 274 |
| Grade 10 | 225 |
| Grade 11 | 188 |
| Grade 12 | 161 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 410 | 48.3% |
| Male | 438 | 51.7% |
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