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Kenai Peninsula Borough Schools & Education

Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

School Score

60/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

85.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

85.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 79.0%

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,250

National avg $13,239

State avg $13,745

School Score

60/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 56/100

State Score Position

#9

of 29 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Kenai Peninsula Borough

Measured School Summary

Kenai Peninsula Borough performs at an average level with a school score of 60/100 and a solid graduation rate of 85.0%.

Funding Context

With $12,250 per pupil, Kenai Peninsula Borough has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 7% above the Alaska average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 6.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 11% lower than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Kenai Peninsula Borough before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

42 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

60/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #9 of 29 Alaska counties with school score data.

Completion

85.0%

6.0 pts above the state average

Funding context

$12,250

$1,495 below the state average

School coverage

42

1 district represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Kenai Peninsula Borough has 42 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

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Parent decision brief

What Kenai Peninsula Borough school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Dominant-district county

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District carries most of the listed public-school system, with 42 of 42 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.

State position

#9

of 29 Alaska counties with school score data. The county score is 4 points above the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Elementary to high school visible

8,528 students

Elementary 17Middle 4High 9Other 12

42 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District is the largest listed district slice, with 42 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Kenai Peninsula Borough?

Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?

Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?

Education Overview

About Schools in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

Diverse Options Across the Peninsula

Kenai Peninsula Borough operates a massive network of 42 public schools serving 8,528 students. The system is highly diverse, featuring 17 elementary schools, 9 high schools, and 12 schools with 'other' grade configurations. This expansive infrastructure ensures that even the most remote peninsula communities have local access to education.

Innovation and School Choice

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District is the sole provider, managing all 42 schools and over 8,500 students. The district supports four charter schools and three alternative schools, offering significant variety for different learning styles. The largest program, Connections, is a correspondence school serving over 1,000 students.

Rural Roots with Town Convenience

While 31 of the borough's schools are rural, the central hubs of Soldotna and Kenai provide town-based schooling for thousands. The average school size is 203 students, but high schools like Soldotna High host over 700. This mix allows families to choose between secluded rural schools and larger, more traditional high school environments.

School Overview

Total Schools

42

in Kenai Peninsula Borough

Reported Enrollment

8,528

42 schools reporting

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

4

10% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary17
Middle4
High9
Other12

1 School District in Kenai Peninsula Borough

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

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42 schools
8,528 students enrolled
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42 Public Schools in Kenai Peninsula Borough

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

Level

Showing 20 of 42 matching schools

Connections

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Town: Remote

ProfileKG–12Other1,036 students

Soldotna High School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Town: Remote

Record9–12High707 students

Kenai Central High School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Town: Remote

Record9–12High463 students

Kalifornsky Beach Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–6Primary412 students

Kenai Middle School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Town: Remote

Record6–8Middle411 students

Mt. View Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary403 students

Skyview Middle School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Rural: Fringe

Record7–8Middle374 students

Homer High School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Homer, 99603 / Rural: Remote

Record9–12High368 students

Redoubt Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Town: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary366 students

Nikiski Middle/Senior High School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Nikiski, 99635 / Rural: Remote

Record6–12High326 students

Soldotna Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Town: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary259 students

Nikiski North Star Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–5Primary242 students

William H. Seward Elementary School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Seward, 99664 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–5Primary235 students

Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Town: Remote

RecordKG–5Charter234 students

West Homer Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Homer, 99603 / Rural: Remote

Record3–6Primary216 students

Aurora Borealis Charter School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Kenai, 99611 / Town: Remote

RecordKG–8Charter187 students

Paul Banks Elementary

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Homer, 99603 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–2Primary184 students

Homer Middle School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Homer, 99603 / Rural: Remote

Record7–8Middle178 students

Soldotna Montessori Charter School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Soldotna, 99669 / Town: Remote

RecordKG–6Charter165 students

Chapman School

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Anchor Point, 99556 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–8Primary160 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$12,250

State avg $13,745

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Alaska counties have the highest graduation rates?
Aleutians West Census Area (95.0%), Chugach Census Area (95.0%), and Petersburg Borough (95.0%) currently lead Alaska among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Alaska?
Across Alaska counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $13,745. The highest current county values are Bristol Bay Borough ($22,316), Aleutians East Borough ($20,268), and Nome Census Area ($20,058). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Kenai Peninsula Borough?
Kenai Peninsula Borough has a school score of 60/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Kenai Peninsula Borough?
The high school graduation rate in Kenai Peninsula Borough is 85.0%, which is below the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Kenai Peninsula Borough spend per student?
Kenai Peninsula Borough spends $12,250 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska?

Kenai Peninsula Borough operates a massive network of 42 public schools serving 8,528 students. The system is highly diverse, featuring 17 elementary schools, 9 high schools, and 12 schools with 'other' grade configurations. This expansive infrastructure ensures that even the most remote peninsula communities have local access to education.

What are the major school districts in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska?

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District is the sole provider, managing all 42 schools and over 8,500 students. The district supports four charter schools and three alternative schools, offering significant variety for different learning styles. The largest program, Connections, is a correspondence school serving over 1,000 students.

What is the school experience like in Kenai Peninsula Borough?

While 31 of the borough's schools are rural, the central hubs of Soldotna and Kenai provide town-based schooling for thousands. The average school size is 203 students, but high schools like Soldotna High host over 700. This mix allows families to choose between secluded rural schools and larger, more traditional high school environments.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.

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