Best Kenai Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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 Kenai Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Kenai, AK public schools have an score of 37% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and 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 (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Aurora Borealis Charter School

Charter School

(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
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10/

Top 1%

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705 Frontage Rd Ste A
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292

Gr: K-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Rank: #22.

Kenai Alternative High School

Alternative School

(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
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Top 20%

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705 Frontage Road Ste C
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-2870

Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Rank: #33.

Kenai Middle School

(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
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201 Tinker Ln
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-1700

Gr: 6-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Rank: #44.

Mt. View Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
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315 Swires Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8600

Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Rank: #55.

Nikiski North Star Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
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45600 Holt Lamplight Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 776-2600

Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.

Kaleidoscope School Of Arts & Science

Charter School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
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549 N Forest Dr
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0804

Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.

Kenai Central High School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
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9583 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-2100

Gr: 9-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Rank: n/an/a

Marathon School

Alternative School

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405 Marathon Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-3343

Gr: 7-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

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Kenai, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Sears Elementary School (Closed 2008)

549 N. Forest Dr.
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-4826

Gr: PK-2 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

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 Kenai Middle School.

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?