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East Elementary

Elementary School · Kodiak Island Borough School District

722 Mill Bay Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#262 of 412

In Kodiak

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Kodiak Island Borough School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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East Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Kodiak · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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6.4/10

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About East Elementary

East Elementary is a public elementary school in Kodiak, AK, part of Kodiak Island Borough School District. East Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for East Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, East Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

35% of students at East Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,688
Chronic Absenteeism34.9%

East Elementary — Students at East Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How East Elementary Compares

See how East Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in AK
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

722 Mill Bay Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peterson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Star Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KODIAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kodiak, see our Kodiak schools guide .

Nearby Schools

9 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KODIAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kodiak 0.6 mi 5.6
North Star Elementary Kodiak 1.2 mi 6.4
Main Elementary Kodiak 1.1 mi 5.4
Kodiak Middle School Kodiak 1.2 mi 5.7
Kodiak High School Kodiak 1.2 mi 6.9
AKTEACH Kodiak 1.3 mi 7.5
Peterson Elementary Kodiak 6.2 mi 8.5
Ouzinkie School Ouzinkie 9.6 mi
Chiniak School Chiniak 13.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,371

Median Home Value

$400,700

Median Rent

$1,699/mo

Population

12,304

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

10.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Elementary

What grades does East Elementary serve?

East Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend East Elementary?

East Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Elementary rank in AK?

East Elementary ranks #262 of 412 schools in AK.

What is East Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Elementary a charter school?

No, East Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Elementary a Title I school?

No, East Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elementary?

54.7% of students at East Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Kodiak Island Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

District

Kodiak Island Borough School District
District Enrollment
2,162
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,688
District Rank
#6 of 8

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