Sitka School District
School District · Sitka, Alaska
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,911
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,911
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
How this district compares
Alaska rank
#6 of 41
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Alaska avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,911
$1,777 vs Alaska median
District size
1,143 students
Larger than Alaska median
About Sitka School District
Sitka School District is a Sitka, Alaska school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,143 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. The district invests $23,911 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.2/10, Sitka School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Pacific High School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Sitka School District students show an average math proficiency of 44.5% and ELA proficiency of 49.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Sitka School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Sitka School District with test data.
Schools in Sitka School District
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Alaska
- City
- Sitka
- Total Enrollment
- 1,143
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Sitka School District?
Sitka School District has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Sitka School District?
The average composite rating for Sitka School District is 7.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Sitka School District?
Sitka School District spends $23,911 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sitka School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Sitka School District is 12.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Sitka School District?
Pacific High School is the highest-rated school in Sitka School District with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Sitka School District?
Across schools in Sitka School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 44.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Sitka School District compare to other districts in Alaska?
Sitka School District has an average school rating of 7.2/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Alaska by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 44.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 49.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Sitka School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Kodiak Island Borough School District (13)
- Northwest Arctic Borough School District (13)
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- Lake and Peninsula Borough School District (11)
- North Slope Borough School District (11)
- Yukon-koyukuk School District (10)
- Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District (9)
- Kuspuk School District (9)
- Alaska Gateway School District (8)
- Iditarod Area School District (8)
- Southeast Island School District (8)
- Southwest Region School District (8)
- Yukon Flats School District (6)
- Copper River School District (5)
- Delta/greely School District (5)
- Aleutians East Borough School District (4)
- Craig City School District (4)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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