Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haines Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Haines Elementary School's student population of 153 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haines Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#154 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
34%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
2%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haines Elementary School's ranking?
Haines Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Haines Elementary School?
153 students attend Haines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Haines Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haines Elementary School?
Haines Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Haines Elementary School offer ?
Haines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haines Elementary School part of?
Haines Elementary School is part of Haines Borough School District.
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