Serving 15 students in grades 5-12, Golden Heart Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Golden Heart Academy's student population of 15 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Heart Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Heart Academy is 0.80, which is more 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
#37 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
33%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
7%
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch (97-98)
75%
25%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Heart Academy's ranking?
Golden Heart Academy is ranked #37 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Heart Academy?
The graduation rate of Golden Heart Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Golden Heart Academy?
15 students attend Golden Heart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Golden Heart Academy students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Heart Academy?
Golden Heart Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Golden Heart Academy offer ?
Golden Heart Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Heart Academy part of?
Golden Heart Academy is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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