Kenai Central High School is a public high school serving grades 9–12 in Kenai, Alaska. The school operates under the authority of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, and is one of five high schools in the district. The School's mascot is the Kardinal, and its colors are red, white and black.
Serving 494 students in grades 9-12, Kenai Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenai Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kenai Central High School's student population of 494 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenai Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenai Central High School is 0.54, 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
#256 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
- Kenai Central is one of the most exciting and challenging times of our lives. We consider it a privilege to be a part of this experience with you. Kenai Central High School is committed to providing a safe environment where quality education takes place.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenai Central High School's ranking?
Kenai Central High School is ranked #256 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Kenai Central High School often compared to?
Kenai Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenai Alternative High School, Soldotna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenai Central High School?
The graduation rate of Kenai Central High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Kenai Central High School?
494 students attend Kenai Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kenai Central High School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenai Central High School?
Kenai Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kenai Central High School offer ?
Kenai Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenai Central High School part of?
Kenai Central High School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
School Reviews
5 5/31/2010
The music program is great, as is the education. The teachers are all very helpful and concerned about students. The office staff pay a lot of attention and know almost every student by name.
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