BARROW HIGH SCHOOL

Barrow High School is a public high school that is part of the North Slope Borough School District school district, located in Utqiagvik, AK with about 223 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Barrow High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Barrow High School, located in Utqiagvik, Alaska, serves as the northernmost high school in the United States. Situated within the North Slope Borough School District, the school plays a vital role in the local community by providing education that integrates standard academic curricula with the unique cultural heritage and traditions of the Iñupiat people. Because of its remote Arctic location, the school fosters a resilient and tight-knit educational environment, often utilizing its surroundings as a classroom to teach students about the environment, local history, and subsistence lifestyles.

The institution focuses on preparing students for both post-secondary education and local career opportunities, emphasizing the importance of community leadership and academic success. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Barrow High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities and sports that are central to school spirit in the region. By balancing the demands of modern academic standards with the preservation of indigenous knowledge and language, the school aims to empower its students to navigate a rapidly changing world while remaining deeply connected to their ancestral roots.

For more information, contact Barrow High School at (907) 852-8950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.