Connections serves 1,157 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Connections placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connections ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Connections's student population of 1,157 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Connections is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Connections is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
3%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connections's ranking?
Connections is ranked #61 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Connections?
The graduation rate of Connections is 65-69%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Connections?
1,157 students attend Connections.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Connections students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Connections offer ?
Connections offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Connections part of?
Connections is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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