Serving 437 students in grades 6-8, Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School 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 32% (which is equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School 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 Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
22%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School's ranking?
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School is ranked #194 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School?
437 students attend Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School?
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School offer ?
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School part of?
Dzantik'i Heeni Middle School is part of Juneau Borough School District.
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