Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Susan B English School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susan B English School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Susan B English School's student population of 52 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Susan B English School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susan B English School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
17%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
37%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)≥50%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan B English School's ranking?
Susan B English School is ranked #104 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Susan B English School?
The graduation rate of Susan B English School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 75%.
How many students attend Susan B English School?
52 students attend Susan B English School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Susan B English School students are White, 37% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susan B English School?
Susan B English School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Susan B English School offer ?
Susan B English School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Susan B English School part of?
Susan B English School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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