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.
155
Total Students
10.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tustumena Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White109
Hispanic10
Black2
Two or More26
American Indian8
  • White
    109 (70.3%)
  • Two or More
    26 (16.8%)
  • Hispanic
    10 (6.5%)
  • American Indian
    8 (5.2%)
  • Black
    2 (1.3%)
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: 155
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 67
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 8
Kindergarten 24
Grade 1 18
Grade 2 24
Grade 3 15
Grade 4 23
Grade 5 19
Grade 6 24

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tustumena Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten8
Kindergarten24
Grade 118
Grade 224
Grade 315
Grade 423
Grade 519
Grade 624
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tustumena Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6139.4%
Male9460.6%