Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tustumena Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tustumena Elementary serves the eastern part of Kasilof, AK, covering an area of approximately 162.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tustumena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Tustumena Elementary School's student population of 155 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 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 ↓
School Rankings
Tustumena 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 Tustumena Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#78 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
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)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
70%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)41.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Tustumena Elementary School's ranking?
Tustumena Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Tustumena Elementary School?
155 students attend Tustumena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tustumena Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tustumena Elementary School?
Tustumena Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tustumena Elementary School offer ?
Tustumena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tustumena Elementary School part of?
Tustumena Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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