Tustumena Elementary
135 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 99 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 2 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 15 |
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White99 (73.3 %)
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American Indian15 (11.1 %)
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Two or More14 (10.4 %)
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Hispanic5 (3.7 %)
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Black2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 10 |
| Kindergarten | 16 |
| Grade 1 | 19 |
| Grade 2 | 24 |
| Grade 3 | 14 |
| Grade 4 | 16 |
| Grade 5 | 18 |
| Grade 6 | 18 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 55 | 40.7% |
| Male | 80 | 59.3% |