School Profile

Susan B. English

Proud home of The Sea Otters.

Vision

The vision of Susan B English School is to inspire and equip all students to become lifelong learners, compassionate global citizens, and leaders in their communities by creating a school culture where every student feels valued, challenged, and prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Mission

The mission of Susan B English School is to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning. Through personalized instruction and a commitment to excellence, we aim to prepare students for success in both academic and personal pursuits.

Contact

907 234 7616

PO Box 171
365 Winifred Ave
Seldovia, AK 99663

Demographics

  • Principal Tenure – Michael Druce, half-year 2023-24, full year 2024-25 – Masters+
  • Certified staff – One secondary/middle school – Masters; One elementary – Masters+
  • Classified staff – Special Ed Aide – high school diploma; Title I Aide – high school diploma plus hours; Full time elementary aide – Degree
  • P/T ratio – 7:1
  • Certified staff has an average of 35 years of school experience.
  • Enrollment 23 students. 5 High School; 5 Middle School; 13 Elementary.
  • Attendance Rate – 87%
  • Intervention Support
    • i-team
    • Special Ed
    • Project Grad
    • Community volunteers

Academics Assessment

  • MAP GROWTH & ACHIEVEMENT ALL GRADESWINTER 2024-25
  • MAP – Math – Growth – 53rd Percentile; Achievement – 23rd
  • MAP – Language Usage – Growth – 47th Percentile; Achievement – 37th
  • MAP – Reading – Growth – 48th Percentile; Achievement – 41st

K12 Elementary Specific

  • iReady
  • CKLA

K12 Secondary Specific

  • MAP GROWTH & ACHIEVEMENT PERCENTILES GRADES 6-9WINTER 2024-25
  • MAP – Math – Language Usage – Reading
  • 6th – 60th & 19th; 14th & 29th; 34th & 29th
  • 7th – 57th & 87th;24th & 68th; 13th & 85th
  • 8th – 67th & 31st; 47th & 35th; 27th & 25th
  • 9th – 72nd & 64th; 44th & 72nd; 86th & 76th

School Projects/Initiatives

  • Battle of the Books
  • SeaWeek
  • Close Up Leadership Program
  • Science Olympiad
  • Science Fridays
  • Power Hour – After school reading
  • Middle College enrollment

Family and Community Engagement Highlights

  • Pre-School
  • Girl’s Volleyball
  • Boys and Girls Middle School Basketball
  • Boys and Girls High School Basketball
  • Open Gym and Pool in partnership with Seldovia Village Tribe
  • Book Fair
  • Thanksgiving Dinner
  • Sadie Hawkins Dance
  • Christmas Show
  • Parent Appreciation Breakfast

Awards and Honors

K-2 Battle of the Books team A – 2nd place

K-2 Battle of the Books team B – 3rd place