For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,042 students in Kodiak, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 138 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Kodiak, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in Kodiak, AK are Akhiok School, Peterson Elementary School and Akteach. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kodiak, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Kodiak have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Kodiak, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akhiok School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Main St
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 836-2223
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 836-2223
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #22.
Peterson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Avenue G Bldg 550
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7486
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7486
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Akteach
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
722 Mill Bay Rd
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7544
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7544
Gr: K-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 199:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Chiniak School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
36158 Chiniak Hwy
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-8323
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-8323
Gr: K-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
North Star Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
961 Mallard
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7500
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7500
Gr: K-5 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Kodiak Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1017 Rezanof East
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7460
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7460
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Kodiak High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
917 Rezanof East
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7400
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
East Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Benny Benson Dr
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7492
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7492
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #99.
Main Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
128 Powell Ave
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7480
Kodiak, AK 99615
(907) 486-7480
Gr: K-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kodiak, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Kodiak, AK include Akhiok School, Peterson Elementary School and Akteach.
How many public schools are located in Kodiak?
9 public schools are located in Kodiak.
What percentage of students in Kodiak go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Kodiak are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kodiak?
Kodiak public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Kodiak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kodiak include: North Star Elementary School vs. Peterson Elementary School, Peterson Elementary School vs. North Star Elementary School
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