Best Schools in Juneau, Alaska
14 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Juneau?
Use this page to compare every school in Juneau by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School
Elementary · Juneau Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Harborview Elementary
Elementary · Juneau Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Auke Bay Elementary
Elementary · Juneau Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Juneau for 2026 are Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School (7.9/10), Harborview Elementary (7.5/10), and Auke Bay Elementary (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
14
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$433,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$433,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Juneau schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Juneau schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Juneau
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Harborview Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Auke Bay Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Mendenhall River Community School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kale | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Kax_dig_oowu Heen Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.s. | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Homebridge | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $101,141
- Median home value
- $433,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Juneau compares
Alaska rank
#16 of 28
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Alaska avg (6.4)
Median household income
$101k
150% of Alaska median
Schools in this city
13
Juneau Borough School District runs Juneau's public schools
14 public schools. Juneau Borough School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Juneau is a Juneau Borough School District school (14 of 14).
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Juneau, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Juneau, Alaska
Juneau, Alaska is home to 14 schools, including 14 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Juneau show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Juneau is Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Juneau is served by 1 school district: Juneau Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 4,265 students.
Juneau's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,141. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 298 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 310 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 319 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 294 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 5 | 262 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
| 6 | 198 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 76 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 437 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 370 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 561 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 88 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 589 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 8 students · 5th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Juneau
Juneau, Alaska · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,141
Median Home Value
$433,000
Median Rent
$1,468/mo
Population
29,796
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Juneau has a median household income of $101,141. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $433,000, with a median rent of $1,468/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Juneau, Alaska
How many schools are in Juneau, Alaska?
Juneau has 14 schools, including 14 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Juneau, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Juneau is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Juneau, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Juneau on MySchoolScout is Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Juneau, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Juneau on MySchoolScout is Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Juneau, Alaska?
The top-ranked middle school in Juneau on MySchoolScout is Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Juneau, Alaska?
The top-ranked high school in Juneau on MySchoolScout is Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kale with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Juneau, Alaska?
Juneau is served by 1 school district: Juneau Borough School District.
What is the education level in Juneau, Alaska?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Juneau have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Juneau, Alaska?
The median household income in Juneau is approximately $101,141 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Juneau, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Juneau is 27.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Juneau, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.