Kodiak Island Borough School District

District Overview
Nestled at 722 Mill Bay Road in Kodiak, Alaska, the Kodiak Island Borough School District serves as a vital educational foundation for the surrounding island community. Operating as an active, independent regular public school system, the district accommodates learners across a distinct remote town environment, offering continuous educational pathways from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Overseeing 12 operational schools, the district is uniquely positioned to deliver accessible, comprehensive academic programming tailored to the geographical realities and rich traditions of coastal Alaska.

With a student body of 2,122 enrolled, the district reflects a vibrant and diverse community highlighted by significant Alaska Native, American Indian, and Asian student populations alongside White, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and multi-racial learners. To foster student success and well-being, the district maintains a robust staffing infrastructure totaling nearly 750 full-time equivalent personnel, which includes approximately 299 certified teachers, 40 instructional aides, and over 410 support staff members. This strong workforce enables personalized instruction and low student-to-teacher ratios, offering families, students, and educational researchers a compelling model of dedicated public education in a remote region.
12
Total Schools
2,122
Total Students
298.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kodiak Island Borough School District
Demographic Student Count
White939
Hispanic77
Black22
Asian451
Two or More86
American Indian500
Pacific Islander47
  • White
    939 (44.3%)
  • American Indian
    500 (23.6%)
  • Asian
    451 (21.3%)
  • Two or More
    86 (4.1%)
  • Hispanic
    77 (3.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    47 (2.2%)
  • Black
    22 (1.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Kodiak Island Borough School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High1
Other7
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:12
Students:2,122*
Teachers (FTE):298.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.1
Schools in Kodiak Island Borough School District
Found 13 Schools