2022 Best Schools in Kenai Peninsula Borough

Homer Middle School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 7-8

• grade A

• 181 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Homer High School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 9-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  18 reviews

Alum: The teachers were well equipped and I enjoyed learning here! I was a student three years ago and most of the teachers were wonderful. I loved the sports and all the opportnuities available because I attended this school. I believe 2 years in a row Homer High School won teacher of the year for Alaska, and there were at least 2 other teachers nominated for this award in the same year. The diversity is lacking though, and I’ve heard from minority students that there is a bigger issue with racism than I noticed. Many students have mentioned the lack of minorities, and racism is definitely still prevalent in this school because of lack of exposure and poor parenting.
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• grade A minus

• 381 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Aurora Borealis Charter School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-8

• grade A minus

• 183 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Soldotna Montessori Charter School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-6

• grade B+

• 164 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

McNeil Canyon Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-6

• grade B+

• 119 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tustumena Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-6

• grade B+

• 158 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

West Homer Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 3-6

• grade B+

• 242 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kenai Middle School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 6-8

• grade B+

• 375 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fireweed Academy

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-6
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: The home of the Gryphons will forever hold a very special place in my heart. I loved going to school there and everyone was so welcoming and accepting despite the small space and stressed teachers. The staff cared about you an connected with you. When I run into people who taught me in my hometown, they always ask e how I've been the past 10 or so years and seem genuinely excited to see me.
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• grade B+

• 128 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kenai Central High School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 9-12
• Rating 3.62 out of 5  106 reviews

Senior: Kenai Central High School is an amazing school in Alaska with the very best teachers! I have had an amazing three years there so far and I can't wait to start my senior year in a few weeks! Students and teachers alike have such great attitudes and everyone truly cares about one another. I have always been encouraged as both a student and an athlete, and I couldn't be more thankful to be a part of KCHS! I am excited to start applying to colleges this fall because I know I am prepared. Go Kards!
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• grade B+

• 451 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Redoubt Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-6

• grade B+

• 368 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ninilchik School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Junior: It is a very small school, which comes in handy with academics. You are able to have more one-on-one learning with your teachers. It is a K-12 school and everyone knows everyone. Interested in basketball? Ninilchik has a great basketball team for both girls and boys in our division. We also have track and girls volleyball. For some of our clubs, we have FFA, 4H, Yearbook, D&D, and video club.
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• grade B+

• 120 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

River City Academy

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 7-12
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Senior: I love the creative freedom at this school as well as a personal bond with the staff! I thoroughly enjoyed my time at this school and I would recommend it to others.
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• grade B

• 87 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chapman School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-8

• grade B

• 141 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nikiski Middle/Senior High School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 6-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  47 reviews

Junior: The teachers are all in and committed to their students success. Coming in early, staying late, and even skipping their lunch breaks to make sure we have everything we need to learn and thrive. The environment is friendly and encouraging and there is a place for everyone. From an outstanding sports programs, winning and teaching discipline, to a fantastic theater program.
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• grade B

• 341 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Soldotna High School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 9-12
• Rating 3.77 out of 5  93 reviews

Senior: I loved Soldotna High School! I believe they are a very sports focused as opposed to academically focused. The school handled COVID-19 plans very well, especially for the amount of students they have due to being the only high school in town.
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• grade B

• 741 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seward High School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 9-12
• Rating 3.38 out of 5  32 reviews

Alum: I loved my time at Seward High School. I graduated in a class of 44 students, and I really enjoyed the small class sizes. My favorite thing was the fact that the student-teacher relationships had the opportunity to be stronger than those at a larger school. I really liked that class sizes were small enough so that students could receive 1 on 1 help, as well as the teachers truly caring about us outside of our class with them. The only thing that I did not enjoy was the fact that there were not enough teachers to be able to offer a lot of classes. Most of the classes offered were online. Which is a great option, I just wish there had been a way to offer those extra classes in person.
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• grade B

• 163 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Connections

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-12
• Rating 4.72 out of 5  25 reviews

Alum: Connections Program was always open to me taking on more classes or finishing classes early. They never limited me or my siblings and they were always encouraging! My education felt more personalized and do-able. I was actually learning and taking in what I needed to learn compared to the public school system. They had many opportunities to go on field trips with other students, get together, dances hosted by the kids, and so much more. They even let you use your allotment for college credit at the local college (KPC)or a study abroad trip if you wanted. They even do their own study abroad trip every few years if I remember! They are just amazing it’s not the traditional homeschool experience everyone assumes it to be. My final positive point of this rant is we even had an official graduation walk with robes and all. Highly recommended.
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• grade B

• 782 Students
• 80:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kalifornsky Beach Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-6

• grade B

• 440 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cook Inlet Academy

• Private School
• SOLDOTNA, AK
• K-12
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  9 reviews

Junior: We are a small but mighty school! The family atmosphere has always been important to me - I enjoy interacting with all grade levels on a daily basis. Our teachers truly love their students and aim to help each student succeed not only in academics but also in real life. I will graduate soon, but my years at Cook Inlet Academy will never be forgotten and have prepared me to be a productive, caring adult!
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• grade B

• 128 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Skyview Middle School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 7-8

• grade B

• 412 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nikiski North Star Elementary School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-5

• grade B minus

• 336 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kaleidoscope School of Arts and Science

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• K-5

• grade B minus

• 261 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seward Middle School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• 6-8

• grade B minus

• 147 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nikolaevsk School

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, AK
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.75 out of 5  20 reviews

High School Senior: I love this school because it's holds so many great memories. Not only that but the teachers really cared about how well you do which is great. Even though there's not many clubs to join, the students and staff make the best of what they have. If I could come back I would definitely go back.
Read 20 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 49 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio