School Overview
Colony High School, located in Palmer, Alaska, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Situated against the backdrop of Alaska’s rugged landscape, the school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in the region. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and vocational programs, aimed at fostering both intellectual growth and personal development in a supportive community setting.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Colony High School emphasizes student engagement and preparation for life after graduation. The school utilizes its website as a central hub for communication, providing families and students with easy access to important resources such as academic calendars, counseling services, and information on school policies. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with a commitment to community involvement, Colony High School strives to cultivate an environment where students are encouraged to pursue their goals and become productive members of their local community and beyond.
1,046
Total Students
51.2
Full-Time Teachers
20.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Colony High School
Demographic Student Count
White697
Hispanic87
Black5
Asian15
Two or More170
American Indian68
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    697 (66.6%)
  • Two or More
    170 (16.3%)
  • Hispanic
    87 (8.3%)
  • American Indian
    68 (6.5%)
  • Asian
    15 (1.4%)
  • Black
    5 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Phone: (907)861-5500
Website: http://www.matsuk12.us/chs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,046
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 282
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 45
Grades Taught
Grade 9 290
Grade 10 316
Grade 11 211
Grade 12 229

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Colony High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9290
Grade 10316
Grade 11211
Grade 12229
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Colony High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49847.6%
Male54852.4%