Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School 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 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Top 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Yaakooisge Daakahidi Alt. H.S. serves an extensive attendance zone in Juneau, AK, covering approximately 3,292 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 29.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 54.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School's student population of 80 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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
The diversity score of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is 0.74, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
40%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
21%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School often compared to?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale by visitors of our site.
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 Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
The graduation rate of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
80 students attend Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School offer ?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School part of?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High School located?
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. High 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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