Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hope School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hope School's student population of 21 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope School is 0.25, 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
#26 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
21%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
86%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
5%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope School's ranking?
Hope School is ranked #26 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Hope School?
21 students attend Hope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hope School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope School?
Hope School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hope School offer ?
Hope School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hope School part of?
Hope School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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