Lathrop High School vs Wasilla High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alaska, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lathrop High School
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 9–12
788 students
Wasilla High School
Wasilla · Public high · Grades 9–12
816 students
| Measure | Lathrop High School Fairbanks, Alaska | Wasilla High School Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 49 | #30 of 49 |
| National rank | #11479 of 16,910 | #12671 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 788 | 816 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 816 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 33.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| city | Fairbanks | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lathrop High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 33.0).
- •Lathrop High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Wasilla High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Lathrop High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 33.3%).
- •Lathrop High School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.1).
- •Wasilla High School is the larger school with 816 students compared with 788.
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 Lathrop High School better than Wasilla High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lathrop High School ranks higher (37.9 vs 33.0 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 Lathrop High School and Wasilla High School?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lathrop High School: 788. Wasilla High School: 816. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lathrop High School and Wasilla High School rank in Alaska?
Lathrop High School is 25th of 49 and Wasilla High School is 30th of 49 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).