Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science vs Nikiski North Star Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science
Kenai · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
205 students
Nikiski North Star Elementary
Kenai · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
214 students
| Measure | Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science Kenai, Alaska | Nikiski North Star Elementary Kenai, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #84 of 159 | #90 of 159 |
| National rank | #24903 of 50,301 | #25838 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 205 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 49.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Kenai | Kenai |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 49.0).
- •Nikiski North Star Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 49.1%).
- •Nikiski North Star Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.7).
- •Nikiski North Star Elementary is the larger school with 214 students compared with 205.
- •Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science is a charter school while Nikiski North Star Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science better than Nikiski North Star Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science ranks higher (50.4 vs 49.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science and Nikiski North Star Elementary?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Kenai and Kenai in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science: 205. Nikiski North Star Elementary: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science and Nikiski North Star Elementary rank in Alaska?
Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science is 84th of 159 and Nikiski North Star Elementary is 90th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).