Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kenny Lake School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenny Lake School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenny Lake School's student population of 58 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenny Lake School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenny Lake School is 0.66, 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
#197 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
24%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #197 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% 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?
58 students attend Kenny Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kenny Lake School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenny Lake School part of?
Kenny Lake School is part of Copper River School District.
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