Kotzebue Middle/High School
328 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Kotzebue Middle/High School is located in the heart of the Northwest Arctic Borough and serves as a central educational hub for the region's youth. As part of the Northwest Arctic Borough School District, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and culture, providing academic programs that strive to meet the unique needs of students living in one of Alaska’s most remote and northernmost settings. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for both higher education and vocational pathways, while often emphasizing the importance of local traditions and regional values.
The school is situated in the city of Kotzebue, a significant hub for trade and transportation in Western Alaska. Because of its remote location, the school plays a vital role beyond academics, often serving as a focal point for community events, athletics, and extracurricular engagement. Students at the Middle/High School benefit from a close-knit environment where they are encouraged to develop leadership skills and academic proficiency, all while navigating the challenges and opportunities of life in the Arctic. For more information on their specific programs, school calendar, and administrative contact details, you can visit their official website at [nwarctic.org](http://www.nwarctic.org).
The school is situated in the city of Kotzebue, a significant hub for trade and transportation in Western Alaska. Because of its remote location, the school plays a vital role beyond academics, often serving as a focal point for community events, athletics, and extracurricular engagement. Students at the Middle/High School benefit from a close-knit environment where they are encouraged to develop leadership skills and academic proficiency, all while navigating the challenges and opportunities of life in the Arctic. For more information on their specific programs, school calendar, and administrative contact details, you can visit their official website at [nwarctic.org](http://www.nwarctic.org).
328
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic | 4 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 280 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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American Indian280 (85.4 %)
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Two or More28 (8.5 %)
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White11 (3.4 %)
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Hispanic4 (1.2 %)
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Black2 (0.6 %)
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Asian2 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Northwest Arctic Borough School District |
| Phone: | (907)442-1875 |
| Website: | http://www.nwarctic.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 328 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 252 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
46
Grade 7
52
Grade 8
34
Grade 9
55
Grade 10
48
Grade 11
40
Grade 12
53
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 46 |
| Grade 7 | 52 |
| Grade 8 | 34 |
| Grade 9 | 55 |
| Grade 10 | 48 |
| Grade 11 | 40 |
| Grade 12 | 53 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 158 | 48.2% |
| Male | 170 | 51.8% |