Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Sitka High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sitka High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sitka school district, covering approximately 4,811 square miles in and around Sitka, AK. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 55.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 68.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sitka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sitka High School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sitka High School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sitka High School is 0.66, 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
#98 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sitka High School's ranking?
Sitka High School is ranked #98 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sitka High School?
The graduation rate of Sitka High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Sitka High School?
305 students attend Sitka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sitka High School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sitka High School?
Sitka High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sitka High School offer ?
Sitka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sitka High School part of?
Sitka High School is part of Sitka School District.
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