Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé is one of two high schools in Juneau, Alaska. It is one of two high schools for the Juneau School District, the other being Yaaḵoosgé Daakahídi Alternative High School. As of the 2021–2022 school year, the school's principal is Paula Casperson.
Serving 1,018 students in grades 9-12, Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,018 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Juneau-Douglas High School serves the southwest part of Juneau, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 128.7 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale's student population of 1,018 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,018 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing resilient learners in a challenging and inclusive community.
School Rankings
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#154 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Crimson
School Mascot
Crimson Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale's ranking?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is ranked #154 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale often compared to?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kaleis often viewed alongside schools like Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
The graduation rate of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
1,018 students attend Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale offer ?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale part of?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale located?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is located in the Downtown Juneau neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Juneau.
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