Sitka School District

District Overview
Nestled in the remote town of Sitka, Alaska, the Sitka School District serves as an essential educational hub for its coastal community. Operating from its administrative headquarters at 300 Kostrometinoff St, this active public school system manages six operational schools offering a full educational spectrum from prekindergarten through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district enrolled 1,080 students, fostering a diverse learning environment enriched by strong Alaska Native and American Indian representation alongside White, multiracial, Asian, Hispanic, Black, and Pacific Islander students.

To support its student body, the Sitka School District maintains a well-resourced staff dedicated to academic growth and community well-being. The district employs approximately 160 full-time equivalent teachers, backed by 38 instructional aides and more than 132 support staff, bringing total personnel to over 330 full-time equivalent positions. This robust staffing framework ensures students benefit from individualized attention and comprehensive support services across all grade levels. Families and researchers interested in exploring the district’s programs further can visit their website at sitkaschools.org or contact the district directly at (907) 747-8622.
6
Total Schools
1,080
Total Students
159.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sitka School District
Demographic Student Count
White541
Hispanic65
Black5
Asian77
Two or More156
American Indian230
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    541 (50.1%)
  • American Indian
    230 (21.3%)
  • Two or More
    156 (14.4%)
  • Asian
    77 (7.1%)
  • Hispanic
    65 (6.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.6%)
  • Black
    5 (0.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Sitka School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High2
Other1
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:6
Students:1,080*
Teachers (FTE):159.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in Sitka School District
Found 6 Schools