Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary

Sitka School District
307 Kashevaroff
Sitka, AK 99835
274 Students
Elementary School 2nd - 5th
School Overview
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is located in Sitka, Alaska, and serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community within the Sitka School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By leveraging its unique location in Southeast Alaska, the school integrates local culture and community values into its educational approach, aiming to prepare young learners for future success through a well-rounded curriculum.

Beyond standard classroom instruction, Keet Gooshi Heen focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages active participation and collaboration among students, staff, and families. The school utilizes various resources to support diverse learning needs and promotes a culture of inquiry and respect. As part of the broader Sitka School District, the institution prioritizes community engagement, ensuring that students feel connected to both their school environment and the vibrant town of Sitka.
274
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    133 (48.5 %)
  • American Indian
    57 (20.8 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (14.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (8.8 %)
  • Asian
    18 (6.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sitka School District
Phone: (907)747-8395
Website: http://www.sitkaschools.org/Page/3337
Grade Range: 2nd - 5th
Total Students: 274
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 76
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 2 60
Grade 3 66
Grade 4 71
Grade 5 77
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Baranof Elementary
Sitka School District
167 Students
305 Baranof St
Sitka, AK 99835 (1.1 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 1st