Copper River School District

The Copper River School District in Alaska consists of 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 high school, and 3 alternative schools, serving students from a range of backgrounds. While the district as a whole is ranked 12 out of 24 in Alaska and rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, a few standout schools emerge from the data.

The Upstream Learning Correspondence alternative school stands out with the highest test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. For instance, in 2023-2024, 57.14% of 10th graders at Upstream Learning Correspondence were proficient or better in ASA/Science, compared to 37.04% for the district and 29.65% for the state. Another alternative school, Kenny Lake School, also boasts strong test scores, with 60% of students proficient or better in ASA/Science for all grades in 2023-2024, exceeding the district's 48.65% and the state's 36.94%.

The schools in the Copper River School District exhibit diverse characteristics, with Glennallen Elementary having the highest percentage of Native American students at 62.96%, and Upstream Learning Correspondence having the highest percentage of White students at 82.5%. The schools also vary in their free/reduced lunch rates, with Glennallen Junior/Senior High School having the highest at 72.73%, and Upstream Learning Correspondence having the lowest at 2.5%. These differences highlight the diverse needs and challenges faced by the schools in the district.