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Very Good

#110 of 412 schools in AK

Top 27% in state

Kenny Lake School

School · Copper River School District

HC 60 Box 224, Copper Center, AK 99573

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#110 of 412

In district

#2 of 4

Copper River School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Kenny Lake School

Kenny Lake School is a public school in Copper Center, AK, part of Copper River School District. Kenny Lake School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenny Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Kenny Lake School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AK avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Kenny Lake School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Kenny Lake School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kenny Lake School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,678
Chronic Absenteeism67.2%

Kenny Lake School — Students at Kenny Lake School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Kenny Lake School Compares

See how Kenny Lake School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
74th percentile in AK
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.2%

Location

HC 60 Box 224, Copper Center, AK 99573

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,583

Median Home Value

$259,200

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

832

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

82.7%

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

45.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kenny Lake School

What grades does Kenny Lake School serve?

Kenny Lake School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Kenny Lake School?

Kenny Lake School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenny Lake School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kenny Lake School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kenny Lake School rank in AK?

Kenny Lake School ranks #110 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Kenny Lake School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kenny Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Kenny Lake School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenny Lake School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kenny Lake School a charter school?

No, Kenny Lake School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kenny Lake School a Title I school?

No, Kenny Lake School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Copper River Census Area
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.2%
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

Copper River School District
District Enrollment
423
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,678
District Rank
#2 of 4

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