Summary:
The Lower Kuskokwim School District in Alaska is home to three high schools: Bethel Regional High School, Kuskokwim Learning Academy, and Bethel Youth Facility. These schools serve a predominantly Native American student population and face unique challenges in providing quality education.
Among the standout schools, Kuskokwim Learning Academy stands out with its small enrollment of 36 students, 100% free/reduced lunch rate, and the highest spending per student at $41,004. Similarly, Bethel Youth Facility has the smallest enrollment of 11 students and the lowest student-teacher ratio of 5.5, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. In contrast, Bethel Regional High School has the largest enrollment of 494 students and generally outperforms the district and state in academic assessments, despite the challenges faced by the schools in the Lower Kuskokwim School District.
The data highlights significant disparities in resource allocation and student outcomes among the high schools in the Lower Kuskokwim School District. These findings raise questions about equity and the need for targeted interventions to address the unique cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic factors that influence the educational experiences of students in this remote region of Alaska.
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