Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Soldotna Montessori Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soldotna Montessori Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Soldotna Montessori Charter School's student population of 164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soldotna Montessori Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soldotna Montessori Charter School is 0.35, 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
#17 out of 459 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Soldotna Montessori Charter School is ranked #17 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Soldotna Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Soldotna Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redoubt Elementary School, Soldotna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Soldotna Montessori Charter School?
164 students attend Soldotna Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Soldotna Montessori Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soldotna Montessori Charter School?
Soldotna Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Soldotna Montessori Charter School offer ?
Soldotna Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Soldotna Montessori Charter School part of?
Soldotna Montessori Charter School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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