Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé is one of two high schools in Juneau, Alaska. It is one of two high schools for the Juneau School District, the other being Yaaḵoosgé Daakahídi Alternative High School. As of the 2021–2022 school year, the school's principal is Paula Casperson.
Serving 1,018 students in grades 9-12, Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,018 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale's student population of 1,018 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,018 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Black, Crimson
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing resilient learners in a challenging and inclusive community.
School Rankings
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#154 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
11%
21%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crimson Bears
- The mission of Juneau-Douglas High School is to develop a healthy community of learners and to prepare our culturally diverse student population for global citizenship. We provide a comprehensive educational program, including prescribed competencies in communication, thinking skills and mathematics. We provide a comprehensive educational program, including prescribed competencies in communication, thinking skills and mathematics. We encourage students to become involved with our numerous (over 40) activities and athletic programs. Students are encouraged to attend the many school and community events that take place here at JDHS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale's ranking?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is ranked #154 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
The graduation rate of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
1,018 students attend Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale offer ?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale part of?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is part of Juneau Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale located?
Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kale is located in the Downtown Juneau neighborhood of Juneau, AK. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Juneau.
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