For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,332 students in Juneau, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in Juneau, AK are Auke Bay Elementary School, Homebridge and Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Juneau, AK public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in Juneau have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Juneau, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Auke Bay Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11860 Glacier Hwy
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5275
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5275
Gr: PK-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Homebridge
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1415 Glacier Ave - Marie Drake
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1821
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1821
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 75:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1415 Glacier Ave - Marie Drake
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1848
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1848
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Sayeik Gastineau Community School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1507 3rd St
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5075
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5075
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Harborview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1255 Glacier Ave
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1850
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 523-1850
Gr: PK-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Mendenhall River Community School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9001 Mendenhall Loop Rd
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5600
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Sit Eeti Shaanax - Glacier Valley School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Tongass Blvd
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 780-1400
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 780-1400
Gr: PK-6 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Riverside Dr
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5700
Juneau, AK 99801
(907) 796-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Juneau, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in Juneau, AK include Auke Bay Elementary School, Homebridge and Montessori Borealis Public Alternative School.
How many public preschools are located in Juneau?
8 public preschools are located in Juneau.
What is the racial composition of students in Juneau?
Juneau public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Which public preschools in Juneau are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Juneau include: Sayeik Gastineau Community School vs. Harborview Elementary School, Harborview Elementary School vs. Sayeik Gastineau Community School
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