Nikiski North Star Elementary School in Kenai, AK has an enrollment of 252 students with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of 13:1.
Math proficiency ranges from 35% to 39%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 32% but below the district average of 38%.
Reading proficiency is between 20% and 24%, which is lower than the state average of 29% and district average of 34%.
Science proficiency is reported between 30% and 39%, which is lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 42%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #111 in 2011 to #239 in 2023, and graduation rates at 50% are significantly lower than the state average of 78% and the district average of 79%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nikiski North Star Elementary serves the northeast part of Kenai, AK, covering an area of approximately 165.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nikiski North Star Elementary School's student population of 214 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nikiski North Star 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 Nikiski North Star Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#239 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nikiski North Star Elementary School's ranking?
Nikiski North Star Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Nikiski North Star Elementary School?
214 students attend Nikiski North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Nikiski North Star Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nikiski North Star Elementary School?
Nikiski North Star Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nikiski North Star Elementary School offer ?
Nikiski North Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nikiski North Star Elementary School part of?
Nikiski North Star Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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