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Nikolaevsk School

School · Kenai Peninsula Borough School District

Box 5129, Nikolaevsk, AK 99556

Enrollment

27

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

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About Nikolaevsk School

Nikolaevsk School is a public school in Nikolaevsk, AK, part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Nikolaevsk School serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

Structured state assessment records for Nikolaevsk School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 27 students, Nikolaevsk School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Nikolaevsk School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

93% of students at Nikolaevsk School 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
27 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Address
Box 5129, Nikolaevsk, AK 99556
Phone
(907) 235-8972
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 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
95%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
92.6%

Location

Box 5129, Nikolaevsk, AK 99556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nikolaevsk School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Susan B English School (rated 7.5/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Seldovia). Another option is Ninilchik School (rated 7.3/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Ninilchik). Additionally, Port Graham School (rated 4.9/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Port Graham). For more schools in Nikolaevsk, see our Nikolaevsk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

13 within 36.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Fireweed Academy Homer 11.7 mi 7.4
West Homer Elementary Homer 11.7 mi 7.6
Homer Middle School Homer 11.8 mi 7.9
Homer High School Homer 11.4 mi 6.7
Homer Flex School Homer 11.6 mi 7.6
Paul Banks Elementary Homer 11.6 mi 6.8
Chapman School Anchor Point 8.0 mi 5.0
Ninilchik School Ninilchik 16.2 mi 7.3
McNeil Canyon Elementary Homer 13.2 mi 8.0
Susan B English School Seldovia 25.8 mi 7.5
Port Graham School Port Graham 32.7 mi 4.9
Nanwalek School Nanwalek 33.4 mi 4.2
Tustumena Elementary Kasilof 36.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,868

Median Home Value

$226,500

Median Rent

$1,167/mo

Population

2,858

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

51.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nikolaevsk School

What grades does Nikolaevsk School serve?

Nikolaevsk School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Nikolaevsk School?

Nikolaevsk School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nikolaevsk School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nikolaevsk School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Nikolaevsk School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nikolaevsk School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Nikolaevsk School a charter school?

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

Is Nikolaevsk School a Title I school?

No, Nikolaevsk School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nikolaevsk School?

25.9% of students at Nikolaevsk School 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
92.6%

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