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#157 of 412 schools in AK

Top 38% in state

Thunder Mountain High School

High School · Juneau Borough School District

10014 Crazy Horse Dr, Juneau, AK 99801

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#157 of 412

In Juneau

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 14

Juneau Borough School District

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Thunder Mountain High School

6.8/10

High School in Juneau · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thunder Mountain High School

Thunder Mountain High School is a public high school in Juneau, AK, part of Juneau Borough School District. Thunder Mountain High School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thunder Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Thunder Mountain High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • AK avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Thunder Mountain High School runs 20.3:1 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.

31% of students at Thunder Mountain High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation27.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,767
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

Thunder Mountain High School — Students at Thunder Mountain High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
64%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Thunder Mountain High School Compares

See how Thunder Mountain High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in AK
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
27.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

10014 Crazy Horse Dr, Juneau, AK 99801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thunder Mountain High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.S. (rated 7.8/10, 7.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kale (rated 7.6/10, 7.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Juneau, see our Juneau schools guide .

Nearby Schools

16 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Kax_dig_oowu Heen Elementary School Juneau 0.3 mi 5.6
Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School Juneau 0.8 mi 5.4
Mendenhall River Community School Juneau 1.6 mi 5.7
Floyd Dryden Middle School Juneau 1.0 mi 4.3
Auke Bay Elementary Juneau 2.2 mi 7.6
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School Juneau 3.0 mi 6.7
JUNEAU SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Juneau 4.2 mi
Johnson Youth Center Juneau 5.6 mi
Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kale Juneau 7.8 mi 7.6
Juneau Community Charter School Juneau 7.8 mi 7.9
HomeBRIDGE Juneau 7.9 mi 6.8
Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alt. H.S. Juneau 7.9 mi 7.8
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School Juneau 7.9 mi 8.3
Harborview Elementary Juneau 8.0 mi 6.4
Sayeik: Gastineau Community School Douglas 9.8 mi 6.7
JUNEAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Douglas 10.2 mi

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thunder Mountain High School

What grades does Thunder Mountain High School serve?

Thunder Mountain High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Thunder Mountain High School?

Thunder Mountain High School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thunder Mountain High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thunder Mountain High School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thunder Mountain High School rank in AK?

Thunder Mountain High School ranks #157 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Thunder Mountain High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thunder Mountain High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Thunder Mountain High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thunder Mountain High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thunder Mountain High School a charter school?

No, Thunder Mountain High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thunder Mountain High School a Title I school?

No, Thunder Mountain High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thunder Mountain High School?

12.1% of students at Thunder Mountain High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Juneau City and Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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