Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School's student population of 262 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 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 Calendar
School Rankings
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#320 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
17%
22%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
3%
Two or more races
32%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School's ranking?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School?
262 students attend Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School students are Two or more races, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School offer ?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School part of?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School located?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is located in the Mendenhall Valley neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Mendenhall Valley.
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