School Overview
Tustumena Elementary, located in the rural community of Kasilof, Alaska, serves as a focal point for families within the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Situated along the Sterling Highway, the school provides a foundational educational experience for students in the surrounding area, emphasizing a commitment to academic growth and community engagement. As part of a district known for its diverse Alaskan landscape, the school fosters a learning environment that often reflects the unique culture and outdoor lifestyle of the Kenai Peninsula.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, which prioritizes student-centered learning, safety, and the development of 21st-century skills. By maintaining close ties to the local community, Tustumena Elementary aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students can succeed academically while benefiting from the personalized attention often found in smaller, close-knit school settings. Through its integration into the district’s comprehensive resources, the school ensures that its students have access to modern curriculum standards and technology, preparing them for future success within and beyond the Alaskan frontier.
135
Total Students
10.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tustumena Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White99
Hispanic5
Black2
Two or More14
American Indian15
  • White
    99 (73.3 %)
  • American Indian
    15 (11.1 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (10.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    5 (3.7 %)
  • Black
    2 (1.5 %)
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)260-1345
Website: http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 135
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 67
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 10
Kindergarten 16
Grade 1 19
Grade 2 24
Grade 3 14
Grade 4 16
Grade 5 18
Grade 6 18

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tustumena Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten10
Kindergarten16
Grade 119
Grade 224
Grade 314
Grade 416
Grade 518
Grade 618
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tustumena Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female5540.7%
Male8059.3%