Sitka High School

About Sitka High School

Sitka High School is a public high school located in Sitka, Alaska. Sitka High School offers a rigorous academic program, with a strong emphasis on college preparation. The school’s curriculum includes courses in English, math, science, social studies, foreign language, and the arts. In addition, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and community service projects.
Sitka High School is committed to developing responsible, productive citizens. The school’s faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential by providing a safe and supportive learning environment. The school also offers a variety of resources to help students with academic and personal challenges.
Sitka High School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school’s commitment to excellence and its focus on college and career readiness make it an ideal choice for students who are looking for a high-quality education.

Address:	1000 Lake St Sitka, AK 99835
Phone:	(907) 747-3263
Site:	www.sitkaschools.org/Domain/11
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	316 students

Overview Sitka High School

Sitka High School serves 316 students in grades 9-12.
Sitka High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Sitka High School

Sitka High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Sitka High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.