BARANOF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Baranof Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sitka School District school district, located in Sitka, AK with about 201 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Baranof Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Baranof Elementary School, located in the scenic coastal community of Sitka, Alaska, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local district. As a primary school, it focuses on the developmental and academic needs of young learners, typically catering to students in the early elementary grades. The school is integrated into the Sitka School District, which emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both intellectual growth and social-emotional development within the unique context of a remote Alaskan island town.

The school’s operations are guided by the broader objectives of the Sitka School District, which prioritize student achievement, community engagement, and the integration of technology into the classroom. Because Sitka is a tight-knit community, Baranof Elementary plays an active role in local life, often emphasizing small class sizes and personalized instruction to help students navigate their foundational years. By providing a structured curriculum alongside various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle and high school levels within the district.

For more information, contact Baranof Elementary at (907) 747-5825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.