Serving 132 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 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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%)
- 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 132 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.44, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
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?
132 students attend Tustumena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Tustumena Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tustumena Elementary School?
Tustumena Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower 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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