School Overview
McNeil Canyon Elementary, located in Homer, Alaska, serves as a vital educational anchor for the East End community within the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Nestled in a scenic, rural setting, the school is known for its intimate learning environment that emphasizes close-knit relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and the surrounding community. By leveraging its unique Alaskan location, the school often integrates the natural landscape into its curriculum, fostering a hands-on approach to learning that encourages student curiosity and a strong connection to their environment.

As part of the broader Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, McNeil Canyon Elementary focuses on providing a well-rounded academic foundation while supporting the individual growth of each student. The school benefits from the district’s commitment to academic rigor and technology integration, ensuring that students are prepared for their future educational transitions. With a philosophy centered on collaboration and local involvement, the school remains a cornerstone of the East End community, promoting both high academic standards and the development of responsible, engaged citizens.
137
Total Students
9.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McNeil Canyon Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White112
Asian1
Two or More19
American Indian5
  • White
    112 (81.8 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (13.9 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Phone: (907)235-8181
Website: http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 137
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 61
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 15
Grade 1 28
Grade 2 16
Grade 3 18
Grade 4 20
Grade 5 24
Grade 6 16

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McNeil Canyon Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten15
Grade 128
Grade 216
Grade 318
Grade 420
Grade 524
Grade 616
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McNeil Canyon Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7051.1%
Male6748.9%