Kuskokwim Learning Academy

1010 4th Ave
Bethel, AK 99559
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, Kuskokwim Learning Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 29 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in AK)
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kuskokwim Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

School Overview

Kuskokwim Learning Academy's student population of 29 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Kuskokwim Learning Academy is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (AK)
(18-19)
<50%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Alaska by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
<50%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Alaska by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
14:1
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American Indian
97%
22%
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Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
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Black
n/a
2%
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White
3%
47%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.06
This chart display the diversity score of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
77%
This chart display graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and public school graduation rate of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Alaska by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy?
29 students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kuskokwim Learning Academy students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kuskokwim Learning Academy?
Kuskokwim Learning Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kuskokwim Learning Academy offer ?
Kuskokwim Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kuskokwim Learning Academy part of?
Kuskokwim Learning Academy is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.

School Reviews

5   2/24/2016
My name is Theresa Tommy, I'm from Togiak. Im 18 years old and I'm in 10th grade, I've dropped out in 2013. But I'm willing to try go back to school and get my education. My cousin told me about this school, and I'm thinking that this might be the right choice to make.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - tommy
5   8/14/2014
I would like to be a student at bethel boarding school.I would like to know if I still can come and register for grade 11 2015..!!! I will be happy if you reply my emai.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - remon

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 29 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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