Marathon School serves 6 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 81%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marathon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marathon School's student population of 6 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marathon School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
81%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
79%
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 schools are Marathon School often compared to?
Marathon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenai Alternative High School, Kenai Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marathon School?
The graduation rate of Marathon School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 79%.
How many students attend Marathon School?
6 students attend Marathon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Marathon School students are White, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marathon School?
Marathon School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marathon School offer ?
Marathon School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marathon School part of?
Marathon School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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