School Overview
Mendenhall River Community School (MRCS), located in Juneau, Alaska, serves as a cornerstone of its neighborhood by fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for elementary-aged students. As part of the Juneau School District, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of every child. Its location near the Mendenhall Glacier area allows the school to integrate the unique Alaskan environment into its culture, often encouraging students to appreciate and learn from the natural beauty and community spirit of the Juneau valley.

Beyond the traditional classroom, MRCS is defined by its commitment to building a strong partnership between educators, students, and families. The school prioritizes community involvement, creating a collaborative atmosphere where parents are encouraged to be active participants in their children's educational journey. With a focus on inclusivity and lifelong learning, Mendenhall River Community School strives to prepare its students not just for their next academic steps, but to be thoughtful, contributing members of the Juneau community.
302
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mendenhall River Community School
Demographic Student Count
White116
Hispanic33
Asian5
Two or More94
American Indian38
Pacific Islander16
  • White
    116 (38.4 %)
  • Two or More
    94 (31.1 %)
  • American Indian
    38 (12.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    33 (10.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (5.3 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Juneau Borough School District
Phone: (907)796-5600
Website: http://mrcs.juneauschools.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 302
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 53
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 49
Kindergarten 38
Grade 1 39
Grade 2 41
Grade 3 46
Grade 4 38
Grade 5 51

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mendenhall River Community School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten49
Kindergarten38
Grade 139
Grade 241
Grade 346
Grade 438
Grade 551
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mendenhall River Community School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13845.7%
Male16454.3%