Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Seward High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seward High School's student population of 164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seward High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seward High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seward High School's ranking?
Seward High School is ranked #240 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Seward High School often compared to?
Seward High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seward Middle School, William H. Seward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seward High School?
The graduation rate of Seward High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Seward High School?
164 students attend Seward High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Seward High School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seward High School?
Seward High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seward High School offer ?
Seward High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seward High School part of?
Seward High School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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