THORNE BAY SCHOOL

Thorne Bay School is a Title I public school that is part of the Southeast Island School District school district, located in Thorne Bay, AK with about 80 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 6 teachers, Thorne Bay School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Thorne Bay School is a K-12 public institution located in the small, remote community of Thorne Bay on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska. As part of the Southeast Island School District, the school serves a tight-knit population and functions as a central hub for the local community. Because of its isolated location, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, utilizing the natural surroundings of the Tongass National Forest and the coastal environment to provide unique, hands-on learning experiences for its students.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for both higher education and vocational opportunities, balancing traditional academic standards with the specific needs of a rural Alaskan district. By leveraging the resources provided through the Southeast Island School District, Thorne Bay School focuses on fostering a supportive, small-class-size environment where students receive individualized attention. Whether through classroom instruction or outdoor experiential learning, the school remains committed to student success and community engagement in one of the most scenic and rugged parts of the state.

For more information, contact Thorne Bay School at (907) 828-3921 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.