Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mcneil Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School's student population of 147 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcneil Canyon Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcneil Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Mcneil Canyon Elementary School?
147 students attend Mcneil Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mcneil Canyon Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcneil Canyon Elementary School?
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcneil Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcneil Canyon Elementary School part of?
Mcneil Canyon Elementary School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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