Serving 275 students in grades 2-5, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary 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 45% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Sitka, AK, covering an extensive area of approximately 4,811.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 68.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary 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 Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
18%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School's ranking?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is ranked #145 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School?
275 students attend Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School offer ?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School part of?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is part of Sitka School District.
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