Excellent

#6 of 412 schools in AK

Top 1% in state

Haines High School

High School · Haines Borough School District

Box 1289, Haines, AK 99827

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#6 of 412

In Haines

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Haines Borough School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Haines High School

Haines High School is a public high school in Haines, AK, part of Haines Borough School District. Haines High School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Haines High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Haines High School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above AK schools

9.1

This school 9.1 · Excellent
AK avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 66 students, Haines High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Haines High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Haines High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress7.3Very Good25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.5Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+21.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile91th

College Readiness9.9Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$23,885

Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

Haines High School — Students at Haines High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

74.5%

ELA

95%

2010

Math

64.5%

ELA

84.5%

2011

Math

84.5%

ELA

95%

2012

Math

74.5%

ELA

84.5%

2013

Math

74.5%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

24.5%

ELA

34.5%

2016

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2017

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

75%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2022

Math

49.5%

ELA

49.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Haines High School Compares

See how Haines High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.1/10

99th percentile in AK

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Growth

7.3/10

Very Good

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Sports

0 boys' · 1 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

38%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

33.3%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics1sport offered

0 boys'·1 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Box 1289, Haines, AK 99827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haines High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Skagway School (rated 8.3/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Skagway), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Haines Elementary (rated 7.4/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Haines, see our Haines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

4 within 19.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Haines Elementary Haines	0.0 mi	179	7.4
Haines Home School Haines	0.0 mi	27	—
Skagway School Skagway	16.6 mi	145	8.3
Klukwan School Haines	19.4 mi	13	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,650

Median Home Value

$316,000

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

2,166

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

75.4%

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

51.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haines High School

What grades does Haines High School serve?

Haines High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Haines High School?

Haines High School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haines High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Haines High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haines High School rank in AK?

Haines High School ranks #6 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Haines High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haines High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Haines High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haines High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Haines High School a charter school?

No, Haines High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Haines High School a Title I school?

No, Haines High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Haines High School?

37.9% of students at Haines High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.