East Elementary School

About East Elementary School

East Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of the city. It serves students from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade. The school has a long history of excellence in education and is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
At East Elementary School, students receive a comprehensive education that includes core academic subjects like math, science, reading, and writing. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as music, art, drama, and physical education.
The staff at East Elementary School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. Teachers provide individualized instruction and support to ensure that each student’s needs are met. The school also offers a variety of after-school programs and activities to help students develop their interests and talents.
East Elementary School is committed to creating a positive learning environment for all students. The school works hard to promote a sense of community and respect among students, staff, and parents. It is a place where students can grow and learn in a safe and welcoming environment.

Address:	200 Benny Benson Dr Kodiak, AK 99615
Phone:	(907) 481-7493
Site:	www.kibsd.org/east/
Grades:	PreK – 5
Enrollment:	335 students

Overview East Elementary School

East Elementary School serves 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
East Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Verdict on East Elementary School

East Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.