Ninilchik School is a K-12 school in Ninilchik, Alaska, serving the communities of Ninilchik, Anchor Point, Kasilof, and Clam Gulch. It is the oldest school on the Kenai Peninsula, originally opened in 1910. The principal is Terry Martin.
Serving 107 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ninilchik School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 43% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ninilchik School serves the southern part of its district in Ninilchik, AK, encompassing an area of approximately 346.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.2 miles and the furthest edge located 23.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ninilchik School's student population of 107 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
107 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ninilchik School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ninilchik School is 0.61, 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
#191 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
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
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
25%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ninilchik School's ranking?
Ninilchik School is ranked #191 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Ninilchik School often compared to?
Ninilchik Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ninilchik School?
The graduation rate of Ninilchik School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Ninilchik School?
107 students attend Ninilchik School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ninilchik School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ninilchik School?
Ninilchik School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ninilchik School offer ?
Ninilchik School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ninilchik School part of?
Ninilchik School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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