Serving 274 students in grades 2-5, Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
21%
22%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School's ranking?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School?
274 students attend Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School offer ?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School part of?
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School is part of Sitka School District.
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