Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Borealis Public Alternative 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 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 Rankings
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative 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 Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School's ranking?
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School is ranked #184 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School?
198 students attend Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School?
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School offer ?
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School part of?
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School located?
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative 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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