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8 schools in Kenai

Alaska · Public K-12

Public-school families in Kenai pick from 8 campuses serving the city's roughly 2,053 K-12 students (4 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high).

7-year change in Kenai

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,053
-147 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Aurora Borealis Charter SchoolElementaryKG-08199
Kaleidoscope School of Arts & ScienceElementaryKG-05205
Kenai Alternative High SchoolHigh09-1245
Kenai Central High SchoolHigh09-12525
Kenai Middle SchoolMiddle06-08408
Marathon SchoolHigh07-128
Mt. View ElementaryElementaryPK-05449
Nikiski North Star ElementaryElementaryPK-05214

About Kenai

Across Kenai, Alaska, 8 public schools enrolls about 2,053 students between them.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is made up of 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,053 students, declined 7% from the 2,200 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Kenai discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Kenai?
Kenai, Alaska has 8 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,053 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Kenai?
Kenai has 4 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Kenai?
Kenai Central High School is the largest public school in Kenai by enrollment, with approximately 525 students.
What school districts serve Kenai?
Kenai public schools are operated by Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Kenai cover?
Public schools in Kenai serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Kenai?
2 of the 8 public schools in Kenai are charter schools.