Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peterson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Peterson Elementary serves the eastern part of Kodiak, AK, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peterson Elementary School's student population of 206 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peterson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peterson Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#74 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
2%
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)31.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Puffin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Peterson Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Peterson Elementary School?
206 students attend Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Peterson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson Elementary School?
Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peterson Elementary School part of?
Peterson Elementary School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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