Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (IDEA) in Fairbanks, AK, serves 7,486 students from prekindergarten through grade 12, with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 125:1, which is substantially higher than typical ratios for the district and state.
The school's math proficiency in 2023 is 40%, which is approximately equal to the Galena City School District average of 40% and higher than the Alaska state average of 32%.
Reading proficiency is 52%, ranking in the top 10% statewide and higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 47%; this reflects an overall strong performance relative to peers.
Science proficiency ranges from 65% to 69%, placing IDEA among the top 10% of Alaska public schools and significantly above the state average of 38% in 2022.
The graduation rate at IDEA is 77%, which is approximately equal to the district average of 77% but slightly lower than the state average of 78%; the graduation rate improved from 73% in 2020 to 77% in 2023.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7,876 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)'s student population of 7,876 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7,876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is 0.45, 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
#100 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
10%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)'s ranking?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is ranked #100 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) often compared to?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)is often viewed alongside schools like Lathrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)?
The graduation rate of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is 77%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)?
7,876 students attend Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) offer ?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) part of?
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea) is part of Galena City School District.
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