Serving 36 students in grades 7-12, Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School's student population of 36 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Galena Hawk
School Rankings
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr 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 Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School is 0.25, 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
#286 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
86%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Galena Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School is ranked #286 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School?
36 students attend Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School?
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School offer ?
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School part of?
Sidney C. Huntington Jr/sr High School is part of Galena City School District.
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