Kenny Lake School in Copper Center, AK has 58 students from Pre–K through 12th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, which is among the lowest in the state and ranks in the top 20% for student attention in Alaska.
Math proficiency at Kenny Lake School is between 20% and 29%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%, and reading proficiency ranges from 21% to 39%, approximately equal to the state average of 29%.
Science proficiency is reported to be less than 50%, ranking in the top 30% statewide; however, the overall testing rank of the school falls within the bottom 50% in Alaska.
The graduation rate is reported to be at least 50%, significantly lower than the state average of 78%, indicating a persistent gap in student completion rates.
Enrollment has declined substantially from 145 students in 2005 to 58 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch increased from 0% before 2018 to 62% free lunch and 26% reduced–price lunch in 2023, reflecting notable changes in the student socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenny Lake School's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in Copper Center, AK, and encompasses approximately 23,991 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 91.9 miles, reaching a furthest edge of 151.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenny Lake School's student population of 52 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenny Lake School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenny Lake School is 0.56, 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
#248 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
19%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
37%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenny Lake School's ranking?
Kenny Lake School is ranked #248 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenny Lake School?
The graduation rate of Kenny Lake School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Kenny Lake School?
52 students attend Kenny Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Kenny Lake School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenny Lake School?
Kenny Lake School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kenny Lake School offer ?
Kenny Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenny Lake School part of?
Kenny Lake School is part of Copper River School District.
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