Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s.'s student population of 74 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 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
The diversity score of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. is 0.72, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
43%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. often compared to?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s.is 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 39% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s.?
The graduation rate of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. is 40-49%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s.?
74 students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s.?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. offer ?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. part of?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. located?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. is located in the Downtown Juneau neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Juneau.
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