For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,024 students in Kenai, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 103 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Kenai, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Kenai, AK are Aurora Borealis Charter School, Kenai Alternative High School and Kaleidoscope School Of Arts & Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kenai, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Kenai have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Kenai, AK (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aurora Borealis Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
705 Frontage Rd Ste A
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Grades: K-8
| 193 students
Rank: #22.
Kenai Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 Frontage Road Ste C
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-2870
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-2870
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #33.
Kaleidoscope School Of Arts & Science
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
549 N Forest Dr
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0804
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0804
Grades: K-5
| 200 students
Rank: #44.
Mt. View Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Swires Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8600
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8600
Grades: PK-5
| 411 students
Rank: #55.
Kenai Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Tinker Ln
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-1700
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-1700
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Rank: #66.
Nikiski North Star Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45600 Holt Lamplight Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 776-2600
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 776-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 252 students
Rank: #77.
Kenai Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9583 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-2100
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-2100
Grades: 9-12
| 494 students
Rank: n/an/a
Marathon School
Alternative School
405 Marathon Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-3343
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-3343
Grades: 7-12
| 6 students
Kenai, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
549 N. Forest Dr.
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-4826
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-4826
Grades: PK-2
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kenai, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Kenai, AK include Aurora Borealis Charter School, Kenai Alternative High School and Kaleidoscope School Of Arts & Science.
How many public schools are located in Kenai?
8 public schools are located in Kenai.
What percentage of students in Kenai go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Kenai are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kenai?
Kenai public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Kenai are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kenai include: Kenai Alternative High School vs. Aurora Borealis Charter School, Aurora Borealis Charter School vs. Kenai Alternative High School, Marathon School vs. Kenai Alternative High School
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