Serving 13 students in grades 5-12, Golden Heart Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 7:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Heart Academy's student population of 13 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
13 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Motto
Providing Excellence In Education In A Nurturing Christian Environment
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golden Heart Academy is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
69%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
77.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch (97-98)
75%
24%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Golden Heart Academy?
The graduation rate of Golden Heart Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Golden Heart Academy?
13 students attend Golden Heart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Golden Heart Academy students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Heart Academy?
Golden Heart Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Golden Heart Academy offer ?
Golden Heart Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Golden Heart Academy part of?
Golden Heart Academy is part of Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
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