Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harborview Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harborview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harborview Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 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
Harborview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harborview Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#216 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
22%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
27%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harborview Elementary School's ranking?
Harborview Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Harborview Elementary School often compared to?
Harborview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saytik: Gastineau Community School, Auke Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Harborview Elementary School?
304 students attend Harborview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Harborview Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harborview Elementary School?
Harborview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harborview Elementary School offer ?
Harborview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harborview Elementary School part of?
Harborview Elementary School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Harborview Elementary School located?
Harborview Elementary 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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