Kenai, Alaska is a small town with a population of around 7,500 people located on the Kenai Peninsula along the Cook Inlet. Education in Kenai is provided by the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District and includes five elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The district has an excellent reputation for providing quality education to its students, scoring above average on statewide tests and assessments. The atmosphere is conducive to learning with smaller class sizes and a focus on individualized instruction. In addition to traditional classroom instruction, the school district offers several extracurricular activities such as sports teams, community service programs, and music and arts events. The local community actively supports the educational efforts of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District by providing volunteer tutors as well as additional resources for academic enrichment opportunities. With an emphasis on state-of-the-art technology and up-to-date curriculum offerings, Kenai’s educational system provides many advantages while preparing its students for life beyond high school graduation.
Kenai schools spend $18,405 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 15 pupils per teacher, 535 students per librarian, and 614 children per counselor.