Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nikiski North Star Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nikiski North Star Elementary School's student population of 252 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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 0.44, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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?
252 students attend Nikiski North Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Nikiski North Star Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 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 15:1, which is equal to 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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