Excellent

#13 of 412 schools in AK

Top 3% in state

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary

Elementary School · Sitka School District

307 Kashevaroff, Sitka, AK 99835

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#13 of 412

In Sitka

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Sitka School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary is a public elementary school in Sitka, AK, part of Sitka School District. Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district

8.8

This school 8.8 · Excellent
District avg 8.3
AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.3Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.3 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics9.1Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+14.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile87th

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$23,911

Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary — Students at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

81%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

74%

ELA

83%

2011

Math

83%

ELA

88%

2012

Math

84%

ELA

89%

2013

Math

86%

ELA

91%

2014

Math

41%

ELA

51%

2016

Math

47%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

53%

ELA

56%

2018

Math

56%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

56%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

60%

ELA

51%

2021*

Math

60%

ELA

51%

2022

Math

44%

ELA

41%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary Compares

See how Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.8/10

97th percentile in AK

Academic

9.1/10

Excellent

Growth

8.3/10

Excellent

Environment

9.4/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

40%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

25 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

39.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

307 Kashevaroff, Sitka, AK 99835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Blatchley Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sitka High School (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sitka, see our Sitka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

6 within 1.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Sitka High School Sitka	0.4 mi	335	7.7
Blatchley Middle School Sitka	0.6 mi	248	8.3
Mt. Edgecumbe High School Sitka	0.9 mi	401	6.2
Baranof Elementary Sitka	1.1 mi	160	7.7
Sitka REACH Sitka	1.1 mi	78	7.2
Pacific High School Sitka	1.2 mi	45	8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,207

Median Home Value

$442,100

Median Rent

$1,350/mo

Population

8,393

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

61.7%

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary

What grades does Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary serve?

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary?

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary rank in AK?

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary ranks #13 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary a charter school?

No, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary a Title I school?

No, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary?

40.1% of students at Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.