Serving 26 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Susan B English School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Susan B English School serves the southern part of Seldovia, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 44.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susan B English School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Susan B English School's student population of 26 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Susan B English School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susan B English School is 0.67, 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
#33 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
35%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
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
(15-16)≥50%
75%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan B English School's ranking?
Susan B English School is ranked #33 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Susan B English School?
The graduation rate of Susan B English School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 75%.
How many students attend Susan B English School?
26 students attend Susan B English School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Susan B English School students are White, 35% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susan B English School?
Susan B English School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Susan B English School offer ?
Susan B English School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susan B English School part of?
Susan B English School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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