Summary:
The Northwest Arctic Borough School District in Alaska has only one high school, Kotzebue Middle/High School, which serves a predominantly Native American student population. The school faces significant academic challenges, with consistently low proficiency rates across various subjects compared to state averages.
Kotzebue Middle/High School's student body is highly economically disadvantaged, with 96.34% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the high per-student spending of $39,784, the school's academic performance has been consistently ranked among the lowest in the state, ranging from 57th to 61st out of 61-62 high schools. The school's student-teacher ratio of 21.8 is also higher than the recommended ratio, which may contribute to the academic struggles.
While the data suggests that Kotzebue Middle/High School and the Northwest Arctic Borough School District face significant challenges, there are opportunities for improvement. Targeted interventions and additional resources to address the academic and socioeconomic needs of the students could be crucial in enhancing educational outcomes for this school and the community it serves.
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