Ninilchik School is a K-12 school in Ninilchik, Alaska, serving the communities of Ninilchik, Anchor Point, Kasilof, and Clam Gulch. It is the oldest school on the Kenai Peninsula, originally opened in 1910. The principal is Terry Martin.
Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ninilchik School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ninilchik School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ninilchik School's student population of 106 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ninilchik School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ninilchik 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
#208 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
24%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Ninilchik School's ranking?
Ninilchik School is ranked #208 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ninilchik School?
The graduation rate of Ninilchik School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Ninilchik School?
106 students attend Ninilchik School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ninilchik School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ninilchik School?
Ninilchik School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ninilchik School offer ?
Ninilchik School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ninilchik School part of?
Ninilchik School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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