Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lead Correspondence ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lead Correspondence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lead Correspondence's student population of 25 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing community and cultural values to empower and educate students.
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Lead Correspondence ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lead Correspondence is 0.22, 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
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
4%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lead Correspondence's ranking?
Lead Correspondence is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Lead Correspondence?
25 students attend Lead Correspondence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lead Correspondence students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lead Correspondence offer ?
Lead Correspondence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lead Correspondence part of?
Lead Correspondence is part of Yakutat School District.
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