Skip to main content

Very Good

#106 of 412 schools in AK

Top 26% in state

Denali Peak

School · Denali Borough School District

PO Box 280, Healy, AK 99743

Enrollment

745

Student-Teacher

149:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#106 of 412

In Healy

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Denali Borough School District

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Denali Peak?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Denali Peak

7.3/10

School in Healy · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Tri-valley School

8.1/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Cantwell School

Nearby

33.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Denali Peak

Denali Peak is a public school in Healy, AK, part of Denali Borough School District. Denali Peak serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 149:1 student-teacher ratio. Denali Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Denali Peak show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • AK avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Denali Peak runs 149:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Denali Peak sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
4-Year Graduation Rate77%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio149:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,280
Chronic Absenteeism0.1%

Denali Peak — Students at Denali Peak score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Denali Peak Compares

See how Denali Peak performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
75th percentile in AK
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
149:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.1%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 280, Healy, AK 99743

Nearby Schools

3 within 32.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Tri-Valley School Healy 0.0 mi 8.1
Cantwell School Cantwell 33.4 mi
Anderson School Anderson 32.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,583

Median Home Value

$308,800

Median Rent

$825/mo

Population

687

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

93.7%

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fairbanks B.E.S.T. Fairbanks, AK 6.9
Family Partnership Correspondence School Anchorage, AK 6.9
Frontier Charter School Anchorage, AK 6.5
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ELEMENTARY Anchorage, AK 6.2
FOCUS Homeschool Anchorage, AK 5.9
Polaris K-12 School Anchorage, AK 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Denali Peak

What grades does Denali Peak serve?

Denali Peak serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Denali Peak?

Denali Peak has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Denali Peak?

The student-teacher ratio at Denali Peak is 149:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Denali Peak rank in AK?

Denali Peak ranks #106 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Denali Peak's MySchoolScout rating?

Denali Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Denali Peak?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Denali Peak has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Denali Peak a charter school?

No, Denali Peak is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Denali Peak a Title I school?

No, Denali Peak is not currently a Title I school.

4 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher Ratio
149:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Denali Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.1%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

District

Denali Borough School District
District Enrollment
924
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,280
District Rank
#2 of 2

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 rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.