Best Schools in Haines, Alaska
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Haines by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Haines High School
High · Haines Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Haines Elementary
Elementary · Haines Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$316,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$316,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Haines
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haines High School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Haines Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $71,650
- Median home value
- $316,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Haines compares
Median household income
$72k
107% of Alaska median
About Schools in Haines, Alaska
Haines, Alaska is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Haines perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Haines is Haines High School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Haines is served by 2 school districts: Haines Borough School District, Chatham School District. These districts collectively serve 435 students.
Haines's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,650. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 179 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66 students · 9th–12th | 9.1 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
| 2 | 13 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Haines
Haines, Alaska · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,650
Median Home Value
$316,000
Median Rent
$881/mo
Population
2,166
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Haines has a median household income of $71,650. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $316,000, with a median rent of $881/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Haines, Alaska
How many schools are in Haines, Alaska?
Haines has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Haines, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Haines is 8.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Haines, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Haines on MySchoolScout is Haines High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Haines, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Haines on MySchoolScout is Haines Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Haines, Alaska?
The top-ranked high school in Haines on MySchoolScout is Haines High School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Haines, Alaska?
Haines is served by 2 school districts: Haines Borough School District, Chatham School District.
What is the education level in Haines, Alaska?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Haines have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Haines, Alaska?
The median household income in Haines is approximately $71,650 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Haines, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Haines is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Haines, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.