Thunder Mountain Middle School serves 574 students in grades 7-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thunder Mountain Middle School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thunder Mountain Middle School is 0.73, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
21%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
22%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thunder Mountain Middle School?
574 students attend Thunder Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thunder Mountain Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunder Mountain Middle School?
Thunder Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thunder Mountain Middle School offer ?
Thunder Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Thunder Mountain Middle School part of?
Thunder Mountain Middle School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
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