Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Peak Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Peak Charter School's student population of 194 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Peak Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Peak Charter School is 0.38, 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
#227 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Peak Charter School's ranking?
Discovery Peak Charter School is ranked #227 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Discovery Peak Charter School?
194 students attend Discovery Peak Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Discovery Peak Charter School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Peak Charter School?
Discovery Peak Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery Peak Charter School offer ?
Discovery Peak Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Peak Charter School part of?
Discovery Peak Charter School is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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