Serving 81 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Juneau Community Charter School 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juneau Community Charter School's student population of 81 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 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
Juneau Community Charter School 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 Juneau Community Charter School 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)
40-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
27%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juneau Community Charter School's ranking?
Juneau Community Charter School is ranked #119 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Juneau Community Charter School?
81 students attend Juneau Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Juneau Community Charter School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juneau Community Charter School?
Juneau Community Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Juneau Community Charter School offer ?
Juneau Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Juneau Community Charter School part of?
Juneau Community Charter School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Juneau Community Charter School located?
Juneau Community Charter School is located in the Downtown Juneau neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Juneau.
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