Dimond High School vs South Anchorage High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alaska, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dimond High School
Anchorage · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,373 students
South Anchorage High School
Anchorage · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,239 students
| Measure | Dimond High School Anchorage, Alaska | South Anchorage High School Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 49 | #10 of 49 |
| National rank | #11239 of 16,910 | #6740 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,373 | 1,239 |
| Enrollment | 1,373 | 1,239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.9% | 16.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 47% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Anchorage High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.3 vs 38.8).
- •South Anchorage High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 28%).
- •South Anchorage High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •South Anchorage High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 27.9%).
- •Dimond High School does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.9).
- •Dimond High School is the larger school with 1,373 students compared with 1,239.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dimond High School better than South Anchorage High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Anchorage High School ranks higher (56.3 vs 38.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dimond High School and South Anchorage High School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dimond High School: 1,373. South Anchorage High School: 1,239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dimond High School and South Anchorage High School rank in Alaska?
Dimond High School is 22nd of 49 and South Anchorage High School is 10th of 49 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).