Excellent

#47 of 412 schools in AK

Top 11% in state

Petersburg High School

High School · Petersburg Borough School District

Box 289, Petersburg, AK 99833

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

131

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

131

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#47 of 412

In Petersburg

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Petersburg Borough School District

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Petersburg High School

Petersburg High School is a public high school in Petersburg, AK, part of Petersburg Borough School District. Petersburg High School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Petersburg High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Petersburg High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above AK schools

8.2

This school 8.2 · Excellent
AK avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 131 students, Petersburg 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.

Petersburg 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 Progress8.0Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.1Excellent25%

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

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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+19.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile85th

College Readiness6.5Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+

AP Participation14.5%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$25,075

Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Petersburg High School — Students at Petersburg High School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.5% (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

82%

ELA

92%

2010

Math

77%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

77%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

77%

ELA

92%

2013

Math

84.5%

ELA

95%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

27%

ELA

52%

2017

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

2018

Math

44.5%

ELA

64.5%

2019

Math

44.5%

ELA

64.5%

2020*

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

69.5%

ELA

69.5%

2022

Math

34.5%

ELA

44.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Petersburg High School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.2/10

89th percentile in AK

Academic

9.1/10

Excellent

Growth

8.0/10

Excellent

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

1 boys' · 1 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

70%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

11 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

14.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics2sports offered

1 boys'·1 girls'·2 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 289, Petersburg, AK 99833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Petersburg High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mitkof Middle School (rated 9.1/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rae C. Stedman Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Petersburg, see our Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

2 within 0.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mitkof Middle School Petersburg	0.0 mi	122	9.1
Rae C. Stedman Elementary Petersburg	0.1 mi	223	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,026

Median Home Value

$301,300

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

3,394

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

71%

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

45.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Petersburg High School

What grades does Petersburg High School serve?

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

How many students attend Petersburg High School?

Petersburg High School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Petersburg High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Petersburg High School rank in AK?

Petersburg High School ranks #47 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Petersburg High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Petersburg High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Petersburg High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Petersburg High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Petersburg High School a charter school?

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

Is Petersburg High School a Title I school?

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

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

70.2% of students at Petersburg 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.