Serving 69 students in grades 9-12, Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School 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 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School's student population of 69 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 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 Calendar
School Rankings
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School 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 Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is 0.73, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
32%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
30%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School's ranking?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is ranked #37 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School often compared to?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kalt, Thunder Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
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 Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
The graduation rate of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
69 students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School students are American Indian, 30% of students are Two or more races, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School offer ?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School part of?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School located?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High 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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