What grades does Benny Benson Alternative High School serve?

As a High school, Benny Benson Alternative High School serves students in Anchorage, AK. The school is administered by Anchorage School District.

Where is Benny Benson Alternative High School located?

You can find Benny Benson Alternative High School in Anchorage, AK.

What school district is Benny Benson Alternative High School in?

Anchorage School District is the school district for Benny Benson Alternative High School in Anchorage, AK. The district oversees 94 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benny Benson Alternative High School?

At Benny Benson Alternative High School, there are approximately 19.9 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Anchorage School District?

Anchorage School District includes 94 schools serving students in Anchorage.

What schools are in Anchorage, AK?

Benny Benson Alternative High School is among the schools serving Anchorage, AK. The school is part of Anchorage School District.

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Benny Benson Alternative High School — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Benny Benson Alternative High School?

Enrollment at Benny Benson Alternative High School stands at 319 students. The school is a High institution in the Anchorage School District district.

Q: What school district serves Anchorage, AK?

The school district for Anchorage, AK is Anchorage School District. Benny Benson Alternative High School and other schools are part of this district.

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Anchorage, AK 99507

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Sat

IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)EventDistrict-wide

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Fri

Student release grading day. End of first quarter.half_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Indigenous Peoples Day EventDistrict-wide

Students do not attend school

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Sat

IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)EventDistrict-wide

The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ

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Parent/Teacher conference daysStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

319

Student:Teacher

19.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

Anchorage School District

Phone

(907)742-2050

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

<50%

Math Proficiency

Graduation Rate

35-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

106.5%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

201

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

12.8

77% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.52999997

Nurses

0.69999999

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

0.99000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,636

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,738

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,206

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 21%State 50%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$408,312

+4.6% 1yr+23.5% 5yr

Anchorage, AK metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.3%

Unemployment rate

10.3%

Uninsured residents

5.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,833

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,399

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,206 (34%)

Other Health Impairment

1,033 (16%)

Autism

852 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

739 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

219 (3%)

Intellectual Disability

170 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

275

Current enrollment

Growing(+15% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Sep 12, 2026

IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)

The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ

Event

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Student release grading day. End of first quarter.

half_day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Indigenous Peoples Day

Students do not attend school

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Anchorage School District. Benny Benson Alternative High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day holidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Sep 12, 2026	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Student release grading day. End of first quarter.District-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Indigenous Peoples Day District-wide Students do not attend school	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Parent/Teacher conference daysDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Parent/Teacher conference daysDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, Nov 14, 2026	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	ThanksgivingDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 12, 2026	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, Jan 16, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, Feb 13, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, Mar 13, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, Apr 17, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, May 15, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—
Sat, Jun 12, 2027	IT Preventative Maintenance (PM)District-wide The Information Technology Department has scheduled preventativ	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Benny Benson Alternative High School

Enrollment at Benny Benson Alternative High School stands at 319 students. The school is a High institution in the Anchorage School District district.