Summary:
The city of Sitka, Alaska is home to 7 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in Sitka serve a diverse student population, with a significant Native American representation. Overall, the Sitka School District outperforms the state averages on test scores, with Sitka High School, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary, and Blatchley Middle School ranking among the top schools in the state.
The data reveals a diverse socioeconomic makeup among the student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 7.89% at Sitka REACH to 79.36% at Mt. Edgecumbe High School. While the top-performing schools in Sitka, such as Sitka High School and Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary, have strong test scores and diverse student populations, Mt. Edgecumbe High School faces challenges, with the lowest test scores and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger despite its high per-student spending.
The alternative school, Sitka REACH, stands out with a significantly higher student-teacher ratio and lower free/reduced lunch rate compared to the other schools, indicating a unique student population and approach. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of the Sitka School District, while also identifying areas for potential improvement, particularly at Mt. Edgecumbe High School and the alternative school, Sitka REACH.
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