Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chapman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chapman School's student population of 160 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chapman School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapman School is 0.42, 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
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Chapman School's ranking?
Chapman School is ranked #205 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Chapman School often compared to?
Chapman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ninilchik School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Chapman School?
160 students attend Chapman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chapman School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapman School?
Chapman School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chapman School offer ?
Chapman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chapman School part of?
Chapman School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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