Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Soldotna Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soldotna Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Strength of the Wolf is in the Pack…
School Rankings
Soldotna Elementary 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 Soldotna Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#156 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Soldotna Elementary School's ranking?
Soldotna Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Soldotna Elementary School often compared to?
Soldotna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redoubt Elementary School, Soldotna Montessori Charter School, Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Soldotna Elementary School?
253 students attend Soldotna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Soldotna Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soldotna Elementary School?
Soldotna Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Soldotna Elementary School offer ?
Soldotna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Soldotna Elementary School part of?
Soldotna Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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