Serving 623 students in grades 9-12, Thunder Mountain High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunder Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Thunder Mountain High School's student population of 623 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thunder Mountain High School ranks within the top 10% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunder Mountain High School is 0.70, 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
#36 out of 443 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
11%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunder Mountain High School's ranking?
Thunder Mountain High School is ranked #36 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Thunder Mountain High School often compared to?
Thunder Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juneau-douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalt by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thunder Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Thunder Mountain High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Thunder Mountain High School?
623 students attend Thunder Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Thunder Mountain High School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thunder Mountain High School?
Thunder Mountain High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thunder Mountain High School offer ?
Thunder Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thunder Mountain High School part of?
Thunder Mountain High School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Thunder Mountain High School located?
Thunder Mountain High 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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