Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Upstream Learning Correspondence ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upstream Learning Correspondence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Upstream Learning Correspondence's student population of 120 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Upstream Learning Correspondence ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upstream Learning Correspondence is 0.30, 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
#99 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
13%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upstream Learning Correspondence's ranking?
Upstream Learning Correspondence is ranked #99 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upstream Learning Correspondence?
The graduation rate of Upstream Learning Correspondence is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Upstream Learning Correspondence?
120 students attend Upstream Learning Correspondence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Upstream Learning Correspondence students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Upstream Learning Correspondence offer ?
Upstream Learning Correspondence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Upstream Learning Correspondence part of?
Upstream Learning Correspondence is part of Copper River School District.
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