Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School in Soldotna, AK, serves 412 students in grades PreK through 6 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, which is higher than the district average of 12 to 15 to 1 in nearby schools.
Math proficiency is 33%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 32% but below the district average of 38%, showing a decline from 45% proficiency in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 29%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 29% but lower than the district average of 34%, reflecting a drop from 43% in 2019.
Science proficiency ranges between 30% and 39%, lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 42%, indicating below–average performance in this subject area.
Enrollment increased from 372 students in 2022 to 412 in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch rose from 22% to 35%, highlighting a growing socioeconomic need within the student population.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kalifornsky Beach Elementary serves the northeast part of Soldotna, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#227 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
66%
47%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Caribou
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redoubt Elementary School, Soldotna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School?
384 students attend Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School?
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School offer ?
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School part of?
Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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