Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 290 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverbend Elementary serves the southwest part of Juneau, AK, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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 Motto
The River that runs itself clear
School Rankings
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#317 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Two or more races
31%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School's ranking?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School often compared to?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auke Bay Elementary School, Sayeik Gastineau Community School, Harborview 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 32% AK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School?
290 students attend Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School offer ?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School part of?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School located?
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School is located in the Mendenhall Valley neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 4 other public schools located in Mendenhall Valley.
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