Kuskokwim Learning Academy

Q: What is Kuskokwim Learning Academy's ranking?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 20%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 5%).

Q: 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).

Q: What is the graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy?

The graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.

Q: How many students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy?

27 students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy.

Q: What is the racial composition of the student body?

89% of Kuskokwim Learning Academy students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.

Q: What is the student:teacher ratio of Kuskokwim Learning Academy?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 13:1.

Q: What grades does Kuskokwim Learning Academy offer ?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).

Q: What school district is Kuskokwim Learning Academy part of?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.

1010 4th Ave
Bethel, AK 99559

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Kuskokwim Learning Academy serves 27 students in grades 9-12.

The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 39%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 42%) for the 2018-19 school year.

The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 13:1.

Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2023)

School Type: Alternative school
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 27 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Minority Enrollment: 93%
Graduation Rate
: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AK)
Math Proficiency
: <50%
Reading Proficiency
: <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 27 students has declined by 75% over five school years.

The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.

School Type

Alternative school

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)

Total Students

27 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

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Students by Grade

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School Calendar

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School Rankings

The diversity score of Kuskokwim Learning Academy is 0.20, 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.

Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data

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State Level (AK)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)

(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.

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)

(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

5:1

13:1

This chart display the student teacher ratio of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the public school average student teacher ratio of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

American Indian

89%

22%

This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Kuskokwim Learning Academy and percentage of American Indian public school students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Asian

n/a

Hispanic

Black

n/a

White

47%

Hawaiian

n/a

Two or more races

n/a

13%

All Ethnic Groups

Diversity Score

0.20

0.71

This chart display the diversity score of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and the public school average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Graduation Rate

≤20%

77%

This chart display graduation rate of Kuskokwim Learning Academy and public school graduation rate of Alaska by year, with the latest 2019-20 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 2020-21 school year data.

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)

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.

School Statewide Testing

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School District Name

Lower Kuskokwim School District

Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kuskokwim Learning Academy's ranking?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 20%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 5%).

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 20%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.

How many students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy?

27 students attend Kuskokwim Learning Academy.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

89% of Kuskokwim Learning Academy students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.

What is the student:teacher ratio of Kuskokwim Learning Academy?

Kuskokwim Learning Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 13:1.

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 (2023)

School Type: Alternative school
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 27 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Minority Enrollment: 93%
Graduation Rate
: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
Math Proficiency
: <50%
Reading Proficiency
: <50%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education