What grades does Point Higgins School serve?

As a Primary school, Point Higgins School serves students in Ketchikan, AK. The school is administered by Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District.

Where is Point Higgins School located?

You can find Point Higgins School in Ketchikan, AK.

What school district is Point Higgins School in?

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District is the school district for Point Higgins School in Ketchikan, AK. The district oversees 9 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Higgins School?

At Point Higgins School, there are approximately 11.7 students for every teacher.

How many schools are in Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District?

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District includes 9 schools serving students in Ketchikan.

What schools are in Ketchikan, AK?

Point Higgins School is among the schools serving Ketchikan, AK. The school is part of Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District.

What school district serves Ketchikan, AK?

The school district for Ketchikan, AK is Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District. Point Higgins School and other schools are part of this district.

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Point Higgins School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Ketchikan, Alaska|Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

Ketchikan, AK 99901

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

234

Student:Teacher

11.7:1

Locale

Town

District

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

25.2%

Phone

(907)247-1500

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55-59%

Math Proficiency

50-54%

Chronic Absenteeism

15.2%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

268

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$23,131

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$13,927

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,039

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 65%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$383,951

+8.5% 1yr+18.7% 5yr

Ketchikan, AK metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.1%

Unemployment rate

9.4%

Uninsured residents

5.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

476

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

442

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

132 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

80 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

57 (13%)

Autism

31 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

23 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

204

Current enrollment

Declining(-31% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Jul 15, 2026

APC MEETING

Event

Sat, Aug 1, 2026

Blueberry Fest TSAS Booth

Event

Sat, Aug 15, 2026

APC WORK SESSION

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School Labor Day	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	Recognized Irene & Nettie Jones Day	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Believe Kids Fundraiser	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Picture Day	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Recognized Veteran's Day	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Trimester 1 Ends	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Picture Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Picture Retake Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Book Fair	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Retake-Picture Day	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Winter Break	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Day	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - Recognized MLK Jr Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	TSAS Recognition Elizabeth Peratrovich Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - Staff Professional Development	Staff Day	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Recognized Elizabeth Peratrovich Day	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	Trimester 2 Ends	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Book Fair - Read Across America	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	No School - Spring Break	Break	—
Sat, Apr 10, 2027	da Vinci Night	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	No School - Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Student's Last Day of School	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Point Higgins School

Enrollment at Point Higgins School stands at 234 students. The school is a Primary institution in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District district.