Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Benny Benson Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benny Benson Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benny Benson Alternative High School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Benny Benson Alternative High 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 Benny Benson Alternative High School is 0.83, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
24%
21%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
7%
2%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
18%
3%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
61%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benny Benson Alternative High School's ranking?
Benny Benson Alternative High School is ranked #174 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?
<50% 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 Benny Benson Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Benny Benson Alternative High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Benny Benson Alternative High School?
275 students attend Benny Benson Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Benny Benson Alternative High School students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benny Benson Alternative High School?
Benny Benson Alternative High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benny Benson Alternative High School offer ?
Benny Benson Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benny Benson Alternative High School part of?
Benny Benson Alternative High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Benny Benson Alternative High School located?
Benny Benson Alternative High School is located in the Basher neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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