School Overview
Sitka High School, located in the scenic coastal community of Sitka, Alaska, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Sitka School District. Perched on Baranof Island, the school benefits from a unique geographical setting that deeply influences its culture, fostering a close-knit environment where students are encouraged to engage with both their immediate peers and the surrounding natural landscape. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Sitka High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular development and community involvement. The school offers a variety of sports, arts, and club activities that utilize the school’s facilities and the unique resources of the Sitka area. By prioritizing a balance of rigorous academic standards and holistic personal growth, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are well-equipped to contribute to the unique challenges and opportunities of life in Southeast Alaska.
329
Total Students
25.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sitka High School
Demographic Student Count
White165
Hispanic13
Black3
Asian32
Two or More26
American Indian84
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    165 (50.2 %)
  • American Indian
    84 (25.5 %)
  • Asian
    32 (9.7 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (7.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (4.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.8 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sitka School District
Phone: (907)747-3263
Website: http://sitkaschools.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=1
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 329
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 64
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 9 89
Grade 10 85
Grade 11 77
Grade 12 78

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sitka High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 989
Grade 1085
Grade 1177
Grade 1278
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sitka High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14343.5%
Male18656.5%