Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Kenai Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenai Middle School's student population of 419 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenai Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenai Middle School is 0.57, 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
#247 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Kenai Middle School's ranking?
Kenai Middle School is ranked #247 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kenai Middle School?
419 students attend Kenai Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Kenai Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenai Middle School?
Kenai Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kenai Middle School offer ?
Kenai Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenai Middle School part of?
Kenai Middle School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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