For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,053 students in 99611, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 93 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 99611, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99611, AK are Aurora Borealis Charter School, Kenai Alternative High School and Kenai Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99611 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99611, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99611, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Borealis Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
705 Frontage Rd Ste A
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Gr: K-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Kenai Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 Frontage Road Ste C
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-2870
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-2870
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Kenai Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Tinker Ln
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-1700
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Mt. View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
315 Swires Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8600
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Nikiski North Star Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45600 Holt Lamplight Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 776-2600
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 776-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Kaleidoscope School Of Arts & Science
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
549 N Forest Dr
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0804
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0804
Gr: K-5 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Kenai Central High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9583 Kenai Spur Hwy
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-2100
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Marathon School
Alternative School
405 Marathon Rd
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-3343
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 335-3343
Gr: 7-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99611, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99611, AK include Aurora Borealis Charter School, Kenai Alternative High School and Kenai Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 99611?
8 public schools are located in 99611.
What percentage of students in 99611 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 99611 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99611?
99611 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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