Serving 109 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fireweed Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fireweed Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fireweed Academy's student population of 109 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
To provide a compassionate learning environment that gives students, parents, teachers, and community members opportunities to develop: Self-reliance, cooperation, creativity, reasoning ability, personal growth and academic achievement
School Rankings
Fireweed Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fireweed Academy is 0.39, 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
#85 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fireweed Academy's ranking?
Fireweed Academy is ranked #85 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Fireweed Academy often compared to?
Fireweed Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Banks Elementary School, Homer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Fireweed Academy?
109 students attend Fireweed Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Fireweed Academy students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fireweed Academy?
Fireweed Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fireweed Academy offer ?
Fireweed Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fireweed Academy part of?
Fireweed Academy is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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