Tustumena Elementary School

About Tustumena Elementary School

Tustumena Elementary School is a public school located in Kenai, Alaska. It is part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District and serves students in grades K-6. The school has a diverse student population, with students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
Tustumena Elementary School offers a comprehensive educational program that includes core curriculum, special education, and enrichment opportunities. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and drama. The school has a strong focus on student achievement and has earned high marks in state assessments.
Tustumena Elementary School is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The school has a variety of programs and services designed to promote student success, including a positive behavior support system, after-school programs, and a variety of counseling and social services.
Tustumena Elementary School is an excellent choice for families looking for a quality education for their children. With its commitment to student achievement, a diverse student population, and a variety of programs and services, Tustumena Elementary School is a great place for students to learn and grow.

Address:	58231 Sterling Hwy Kasilof, AK 99610
Phone:	(907) 260-1345
Site:	tustumenaelementary.blogs.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/
Grades:	PreK – 6
Enrollment:	112 students

Overview Tustumena Elementary School

Tustumena Elementary School serves 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Tustumena Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (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 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Tustumena Elementary School

Tustumena Elementary School is ranked within the top 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 Tustumena Elementary School is 0.42, 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.