Lathrop High School

Lathrop High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
901 Airport Way,  Fairbanks, AK
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
3.7
3.7
855 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
16%
Reading Proficiency
30%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
72%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
16%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
46
Full Time Teachers
46
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
64.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
5%
State Average
8.2%
Science
8.2%
State Average
11.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
258:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
White
43.1%
Two or more races
16.7%
Hispanic
12.9%
Native American
10.6%
Black
8.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
4.2%

School Rankings

#12 Most Diverse Public HS in Alaska
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Alaska Fairbanks 248 Students
University of Alaska Anchorage 154 Students
University of Washington 82 Students
Washington State University 69 Students
University of Oregon 67 Students
Oregon State University 66 Students
Montana State University 51 Students
Portland State University 50 Students
Seattle University 48 Students
University of Washington - Tacoma 48 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 48 Students
Business 44 Students
Nursing 39 Students
Psychology 36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Computer Science 19 Students
Chemistry 17 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 14 Students
Radiologic Technician 14 Students
Music Performance 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 244 Reviews
3.0 Senior
1/15/2025
lathrop is a decent high school, but there doesn't seem to be anything that really stands out to separate it from any other schools.
3.0 Senior
9/19/2024
My experience at Lathrop High School is still ongoing, but reviewing the past three years of attendance is what matters. Overall, I believe my experience was similar to others, over the years, I have seen a diverse environment from fights in the hallway to caring teachers staying after the bell to help you succeed.
4.0
6/28/2023
some teachers are great like other aren't, over all it was a great experience and good adventures and new stuff learned everyday
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 6 Reviews
1.0 student
4/25/2023
The Bus problem is very bad, sometimes I will be waiting outside for over an hour in -30 degree weather. But the bus still doesn’t show up.
5.0 other
1/5/2023
I graduated from Lathrop several years ago. Lathrop prepared me for the real world and for a great college degree. In reality your student and their choice of friends and their dedication to learning is what determines what they get out of their education. That said, Lathrop provides an excellent en...
1.0 parent
8/19/2020
It was nothing short of a nightmare! DO NOT LET YOUR CHILDREN GO HERE!
5.0 student
8/10/2018
I've had an incredible time at Lathrop

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Lathrop High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Fairbanks, AK and is served by the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District in Alaska. The school has a total enrollment of 855 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 16% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. Lathrop High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 72%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fairbanks B.E.S.T., Alternative Learning Systems, West Valley High School, and more. Learn more about what Fairbanks has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lathrop High School.

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