Serving 745 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Denali Peak ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 745 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denali Peak ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denali Peak's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Denali Peak ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denali Peak is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
10%
21%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denali Peak's ranking?
Denali Peak is ranked #119 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Denali Peak often compared to?
Denali Peakis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley School, Akutan School, Johnnie John Sr. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denali Peak?
The graduation rate of Denali Peak is 65-69%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Denali Peak?
745 students attend Denali Peak.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Denali Peak students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Denali Peak offer ?
Denali Peak offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Denali Peak part of?
Denali Peak is part of Denali Borough School District.
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