STRATEGIC PLANNING
DATA SCAN REPORT
September 23, 2025
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DATA SCAN PROCESS
*Review existing data reports – Internal & External
*Identification of trends
*Identification of challenges & opportunities
*Inform priorities and objectives
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DATA SCAN COMPONENTS
*Community Characteristics
*District Characteristics
*District Performance
*Fiscal Performance
*Educational Trends
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DATA SOURCES INCLUDE:
Existing Strategic Plan Accreditation Report
Emergency Preparedness Plan Budget Reports
Staff Handbook Administrators Handbook
Board of Education Dashboard Indicators SAT & ACT Reports
Demographic Reports Report Cards to the Public
School Climate & Connectedness Surveys Adopted Curriculum
Negotiated Agreements Board Policy Manual
School Improvement Plans DEED Assessment Results
Trauma Informed Practices Report State of Alaska Education Goals
National Center for Education Statistics
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COMMUNITY & DISTRICT
OVERVIEW
Juneau School District Demographics SY 2024-25 Including PK
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics
District Demographic Dashboard 2018-2022
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics
District Demographic Dashboard 2018-2022
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics
District Demographic Dashboard 2018-2022
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics
District Demographic Dashboard 2018-2022
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JUNEAU CITY & BOROUGH
Source: Juneau Visitors Guide
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DISTRICT PERFORMANCE – STUDENT OUTCOMES
Metric | JSD Performance | State Average / Context | Notes & Implications |
District Enrollment (2023-24) | ~4,265 students education.alaska.gov | — | Average-sized district in Alaska. education.alaska.gov |
Spending per Pupil | ~$21,008 (total) education.alaska.gov | ~$20,946 statewide avg. education.alaska.gov | Slightly above state average, potentially allowing more resources. |
Instructional Spending % of Budget | 79.8% education.alaska.gov | 71.8% statewide education.alaska.gov | Strong commitment to instructional (vs. non-instructional) spending. |
Academic Growth | * English Language Arts: ~45% growth rate for all students education.alaska.gov �* Mathematics: ~39% growth rate education.alaska.gov | Growth rates vary widely by subgroup; many below targets. education.alaska.gov | Growth is happening but uneven; some student groups lag significantly. |
Achievement / Proficiency (AK STAR & Science) – All Students | * ELA Proficiency: ~33.2% education.alaska.gov �* Math Proficiency: (not always directly stated for all students, but similar low proficiency noted) �* Science Proficiency (grades 5, 8, 10): ~42.9% for district overall Juneau Empire+2education.alaska.gov+2 | State proficiency for comparison: ~31-37% depending on subject; Juneau is slightly above in some areas (e.g. science) and near state averages in others. Juneau Empire+2Juneau Empire+2 | Proficiency remains low overall. Many students not meeting grade level standards; strong potential for growth. |
Disparities Among Student Groups | * Alaska Native / American Indian students show much lower growth and proficiency in both ELA and Math (~20-25%) than Caucasian and Asian/Pacific Islander peers. education.alaska.gov+1 �* Students with disabilities, economically disadvantaged, English learners also have notably lower rates of growth and proficiency. education.alaska.gov | These gaps are consistent with state-level trends but are significant challenges. | Targeted interventions are needed for these groups to close the gaps. |
Graduation Rates | About 88% five-year graduation rate for all students in 2023-24 education.alaska.gov | Interim target was ~90%; many subgroups below target. education.alaska.gov | Graduation is strong in aggregate, but some student groups are falling behind. |
Grade-level Trends | * Younger students (e.g. 4th grade) tend to outperform in proficiency compared to older students. In math and ELA, proficiency tends to decline in middle grades. Juneau Empire+1 �* Science proficiency: Juneau students perform better than state average, especially in upper grades (10th). Juneau Empire+1 | These patterns indicate accumulation of gaps over time. | Interventions in middle school may be especially important to prevent declining proficiency. |
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Source: Alaska DEED
*Financial Data for FY24
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Source: Alaska DEED
Financial Data for FY24
State Entitlement Trend FY 2017 – FY 2026
Operating Fund $81,797,669
District Operating Fund sources are local, state, and federal revenues. (Additionally, the FY 2026 budget includes the use of fund balance.)
Local Revenue - Estimated local revenue from all sources in FY26 totals $35,498,894. This amount reflects an increase to the local contribution of $572,674, or 1.65%, as compared to the FY 2025.
Approved Revised Budget. The maximum allowed local contribution from CBJ has increased for the 2025-26 school year because of an increase in the 2024 full and true value of taxable property in the city and borough.
State Revenue - Estimated state foundation revenue in the FY26 Budget totals $33,842,888. The FY26 Budget reflects a BSA of $6,660, which is based on a $700 increase. The District is also projecting a 3.1% decrease in enrollment in FY26 from the previous year’s student count, which has a direct impact on funding.
Revenue from All Funds $98,040,428
EXPENDITURE
Nearly 90% of the District’s operating budget is allocated directly to personnel costs. Negotiated wages and health benefit costs comprise most of the District’s Operating Fund costs. The District is currently engaged in contract negotiations with two of it’s three collective bargaining units. District administration’s goal for the 2025-26 school year is to provide the same—or an increased—level of services for students as existed in prior years. The FY26 Budget maintains comparable staffing levels to the 2024-25 school year, including positions added back following FY25 one-time state funding.
ONGOING BUDGETING PROCESS
The District anticipates the budget environment over the next five years will be difficult. The State of Alaska continues to struggle with its constitutional obligation to adequately fund public education in Alaska. The Juneau School District faces continued inflationary pressures on personnel and other costs, combined with ongoing decreasing enrollment projections.
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DISTRICT PERFORMANCE – CLIMATE & CULTURE
Executive Summary
The survey collected 681 student responses (Grades 3–5) and measured three key areas: Caring for Others, School Safety, and Social & Emotional Learning (SEL).
Category | District Avg. | Peer Districts Avg. | Strengths | Growth Areas |
Caring for Others | 80% | 83% | Adult recognition (90%), trusted adult (80%) | Peer respect (77%) |
School Safety | 75% | 76% | Classroom safety (93%), overall safety (83%) | Recess (77%), student relationships (68%) |
Social & Emotional Learning | 55% | 55% | Respect for differences (89%), empathy (71–80%) | Self-awareness (22–53%), conflict resolution (41%) |
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JUNEAU SCHOOL DISTRICT
STRATEGIC PLAN
2020-2025
MISSION: In Juneau, we partner to provide each student with meaningful, relevant, and rigorous learning experiences in order to graduate diverse, engaged citizens ready for a changing world.
CORE VALUES: Equity; Safety & Well-Being; Acceptance; Relationships; Student-Centered Focus; Accountability; Transparency; Evidence-Based Decision Making; Environmental Stewardship; Innovation; Preparation; Life-Long Learning; Family & Community Engagement
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GOAL AREAS
Achievement: Support students in meeting their short and long-term academic goals to be prepared for future opportunities.
Equity: Ensure equity, access, and success for every student through prioritization of support structures, high quality instruction, and resources.
Partnerships: Actively create an environment of collaboration where staff, students, families, and community engage to support all students.
Relationships: Ensure students, staff, and families have access to effective support and communication.
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FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION:
NATIONAL
Top 10 Issues Facing Public Education in the U.S.
1. Funding Inequities – Reliance on local taxes creates disparities.
2. Teacher Shortages & Retention – Low pay, burnout, high turnover.
3. Student Mental Health – Rising anxiety, limited support staff.
4. Learning Loss & Academic Recovery – COVID-19 widened gaps.
5. Standardized Testing – Narrow curriculum, pressure on schools.
6. Equity & Achievement Gaps – Disparities by race, income, disability.
7. School Safety & Security – Concerns about violence and bullying.
8. Curriculum & Culture Wars – Political debates over history and identity.
9. Technology Access & Digital Divide – Unequal devices and internet.
10. Workforce Readiness – Balancing college prep and career training.
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REPORT ON THE CONDITION OF EDUCATION
2024
*Percent of public-school students who were English learners (Els) increased from 9.4% in fall 2011 to 10.6% in fall 2021
*Number of students ages 3-21 served under IDEA (special education) increased from 13% in 2012 to 15% in 2022
*Graduation rates increased from 80% in 2011 to 87% in 2021
*Drop out rates decreased from 7% in 2012 to 5.3% in 2022
*According to NAEP, average scores of 13-year-olds declined 7 points in reading and 14 points in math from 2011 – 2022
*16% of children living in poverty in 2022 is lower than the 2012 rate of 22%
*2022 poverty rates were higher than the national average for American Indian/Alaska Native (30%), Black (30%), and Hispanic (22%)
National Center for Education Statistics
U.S. Department of Education
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FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION:
STATE
Top Issues Facing Public Education in Alaska
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ALASKA DEED – FIVE GOALS
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*Over half of Alaska’s students experience trauma before kindergarten
*Two-thirds of students face potentially traumatic events before high school graduation
*Alaska has the highest youth suicide rate in the U.S., with 12.3 per 100,000 youth dying by suicide
*1 in 5 children in Alaska have attempted suicide in the past year
Implementation of Trauma-Engaged Practices
in Alaska Schools
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FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION:
LOCAL
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ACCREDITATION REPORT – JUNEAU SCHOOL DISTRICT
April 2025
Financial Challenges and School Consolidation *
The district is facing a multi-million dollar deficit due to declining enrollment and flat state funding. In response, significant changes for the 2025 school year include adjusting elementary schools to K-6, consolidating middle and high schools, and returning three facilities to the city.
Commitment to Student Success and Improvement
JSD is dedicated to student success through strong communication and stakeholder engagement. The district emphasizes culturally responsive practices and data-driven decision-making to support individual students needs and improve academic performance.
Readiness for Kindergarten and Early Learning
Approximately 30-40% of Juneau youth enter kindergarten ready to learn, with disparities noted for students living in poverty. In fall 2023, 58% of students in poverty were on-grade in reading compared to 81% of their peers not living in poverty.
* Financial challenges statement was compiled during the 2024-2025 school year
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Academic Performance and Growth Trends
Juneau students show academic performance similar to national peers, with slightly better reading scores. However, academic growth is lower than expected, with only 53% of secondary students completing post-secondary credits in SY 2024, and a consistent 85% graduation rate for the last two classes.
Strategies for Improvement in Attendance and Literacy
The district aims to reduce chronic absenteeism by strengthening connections between attendance and achievement. Additionally, consistent training and support for K-3 teachers are planned to improve early literacy proficiency.
Enhancing Student Support and Engagement
To better prepare students for future academic challenges, the district if focusing on strengthening its Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and improving outreach for advanced coursework. Efforts to elevate student voices and improve school climate are also underway.
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Calibration of Evaluation Practices for Educators
The district is working on calibrating observation and evaluation practices among administrators to ensure consistent feedback for teachers. Effective communication and shared leadership are emphasized to improve instructional quality and student engagement.
Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Planning
The district plans to use culturally responsive engagement strategies to gather diverse feedback for the next strategic plan. Flexible avenues for input will be provided to ensure broader community involvement in shaping educational priorities.
With gratitude and great respect,
Kris & Gene
Dr. Kristine McDuffy
Dr. Gene Sharratt
Your HYA Associates