East High School
8 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About East High School
East High School is a public high school located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse city. It is a place where students from all backgrounds come together to learn and grow. East High School offers a wide range of courses, from core subjects such as English, math, and science, to electives such as art, music, and theater. The school also has a strong focus on college and career readiness, with a variety of classes and activities designed to help students prepare for the future.
East High School is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school has a strict anti-bullying policy, and there are many resources available to students who need help. Teachers and staff are committed to helping students succeed academically and socially.
East High School is a great place to learn and grow. With its strong academic programs and dedication to creating a safe and welcoming environment, East High School is the perfect place for students to get the education they need to succeed.
Address:
4025 E Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99508Phone:
(907) 742-2100
Site:
Grades:
9 – 12
Enrollment:
1,708 students
Overview East High School
East High School serves 1,708 students in grades 9-12.
East High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Verdict on East High School
East High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of East High School is 0.86, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.