PACIFIC HIGH SCHOOL

Pacific High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sitka School District school district, located in Sitka, AK with about 30 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 4 teachers, Pacific High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Pacific High School, located at 509 Lincoln in Sitka, Alaska, operates as the district’s alternative secondary education program. Unlike the traditional comprehensive high school model, Pacific High is designed to offer a personalized and flexible learning environment tailored to students who may benefit from non-traditional instructional methods. Its small-school setting allows for stronger teacher-student relationships, helping to foster a supportive community for those who thrive outside of a conventional classroom structure.

The school is deeply integrated into the Sitka School District, maintaining a focus on academic credit recovery, individualized pacing, and student engagement. By providing a smaller, more intimate setting, Pacific High School helps ensure that students who might otherwise struggle in a larger school environment are able to progress toward graduation. The program emphasizes self-reliance and community involvement, reflecting the unique educational needs of the Sitka student population.

For more information, contact Pacific High School at (907) 747-0525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.