High Schools in Mount Edgecumbe

There is only one high school located in Mount Edgecumbe, Alaska - Mt. Edgecumbe High School. This school serves a predominantly Native American student population, with over 91% of its students identifying as such. Despite the school's high per-student spending of $28,907, which is significantly above the national average, Mt. Edgecumbe High School is underperforming academically compared to the state averages.

The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Alaska high schools over the past 3 school years, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger in the most recent year (2023-2024). Its proficiency rates in science, English language arts, and mathematics are all below the state averages, with only 23.91% of students proficient in ELA compared to the state average of 31.5%. Additionally, the school's proficiency rates have declined slightly from 2022-2023 to 2023-2024 across the subject areas.

The high free/reduced lunch rate of 79.36% at Mt. Edgecumbe High School indicates a significant economically disadvantaged student population, which may contribute to the school's academic challenges. Given the school's unique student population and academic performance, there may be a need for targeted interventions and support programs to address the specific needs of the Native American students and help improve overall academic outcomes.