Average
#168 of 412 schools in AK
Top 41% in state
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School
Elementary School · Juneau Borough School District
10014 Crazy Horse Dr, Douglas, AK 99801
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#168 of 412
In district
#8 of 14
Juneau Borough School District
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Sayeik: Gastineau Community School
Elementary School in Douglas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sayeik: Gastineau Community School
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School is a public elementary school in Douglas, AK, part of Juneau Borough School District. Sayeik: Gastineau Community School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sayeik: Gastineau Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Sayeik: Gastineau Community School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Sayeik: Gastineau Community School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sayeik: Gastineau Community School — Students at Sayeik: Gastineau Community School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Sayeik: Gastineau Community School Compares
See how Sayeik: Gastineau Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10014 Crazy Horse Dr, Douglas, AK 99801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sayeik: Gastineau Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Juneau), which scores notably higher. Another option is Juneau Community Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Juneau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Auke Bay Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Juneau), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Douglas, see our Douglas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUNEAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Douglas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Harborview Elementary Juneau | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| HomeBRIDGE Juneau | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.S. Juneau | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School Juneau | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kale Juneau | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Juneau Community Charter School Juneau | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Johnson Youth Center Juneau | 4.2 mi | — |
| JUNEAU SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Juneau | 5.7 mi | — |
| Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School Juneau | 7.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School Juneau | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Floyd Dryden Middle School Juneau | 9.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Kax_dig_oowu Heen Elementary School Juneau | 9.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Thunder Mountain High School Juneau | 9.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Mendenhall River Community School Juneau | 10.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Auke Bay Elementary Juneau | 11.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,141
Median Home Value
$433,000
Median Rent
$1,468/mo
Population
29,796
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
15.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hermon Hutchens Elementary Valdez, AK | 6.7 |
| Houghtaling Elementary Ketchikan, AK | 6.8 |
| Paul Banks Elementary Homer, AK | 6.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Anchorage, AK | 6.8 |
| Snowshoe Elementary Wasilla, AK | 6.8 |
| Mikelnguut Elitnaurviat Bethel, AK | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sayeik: Gastineau Community School
What grades does Sayeik: Gastineau Community School serve?
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sayeik: Gastineau Community School?
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sayeik: Gastineau Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sayeik: Gastineau Community School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sayeik: Gastineau Community School rank in AK?
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School ranks #168 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Sayeik: Gastineau Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Sayeik: Gastineau Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sayeik: Gastineau Community School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sayeik: Gastineau Community School a charter school?
No, Sayeik: Gastineau Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sayeik: Gastineau Community School a Title I school?
No, Sayeik: Gastineau Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sayeik: Gastineau Community School?
28.1% of students at Sayeik: Gastineau Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Juneau City and Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (907) 796-5075
Resources & Links
District
Juneau Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 4,265
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,767
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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