KAKE ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL

Kake Elementary & High School is a Title I public school that is part of the Kake City School District school district, located in Kake, AK with about 101 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 11 teachers, Kake Elementary & High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Kake Elementary & High School is the primary educational institution serving the small, remote community of Kake, Alaska, located on Kupreanof Island. As a vital pillar of the local Tlingit community, the school plays an essential role in fostering both academic growth and cultural preservation. It provides a comprehensive K–12 education, operating with a focus on meeting the unique needs of students living in a rural, island-based environment where community connection and cultural heritage are integral to the learning experience.

The school operates under the Kake City School District, emphasizing a supportive environment that prioritizes student engagement and college and career readiness. Despite its remote location, the school strives to provide its students with modern educational resources and extracurricular opportunities that reflect the values and traditions of the Kake community. By bridging standard academic curricula with local cultural insights, the school aims to empower its students to become successful contributors to both their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Kake Elementary & High School at (907) 785-3741 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.