Copper River Census Area Schools & Education
Copper River Census Area, Alaska
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
48/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
74.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
74.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 79.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,581
National avg $13,239
State avg $13,745
School Score
48/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#26
of 29 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Copper River Census Area
School Verdict
Copper River Census Area has average school quality (score: 48/100) with a graduation rate of 74.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Copper River Census Area spends $11,581 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Copper River Census Area is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% below the Alaska average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 5.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 16% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Copper River Census Area, Alaska
Small schools across the Copper River
Six public schools provide education for 434 students within this rural census area. The infrastructure includes one elementary school, one high school, and four schools covering all grade levels.
Rural performance and average spending
The area maintains a 74.0% graduation rate, slightly below the state's 79.0% average. Per-pupil spending stands at $11,581, while the overall school score of 55.0 remains competitive with many other rural Alaskan regions.
Copper River School District at the center
The Copper River School District is the primary educator here, managing five of the six schools and 400 students. There are no charter schools available, making the local district the main path for all students.
A landscape of rural correspondence and campuses
Every school is rural, and the average size is 72 students per campus. Upstream Learning Correspondence is the largest program with 120 students, followed by Glennallen Elementary which serves 108 pupils.
Quiet rural living with local schools
Families looking for a small-town atmosphere will find it in the Glennallen area where the largest schools are located. Consider the diverse mix of correspondence and traditional schooling when choosing your next home here.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Copper River Census Area
Total Enrollment
434
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Copper River Census Area
Copper River School District
6 Public Schools in Copper River Census Area
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstream Learning Correspondence | Copper River School District | PK–12 | Other | 120 |
| Glennallen Elementary | Copper River School District | PK–6 | Primary | 108 |
| Glennallen Jr/Sr High School | Copper River School District | 7–12 | High | 99 |
| Kenny Lake School | Copper River School District | PK–12 | Other | 58 |
| Mentasta Lake School | Alaska Gateway School District | PK–12 | Other | 34 |
| Slana School | Copper River School District | PK–12 | Other | 15 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$11,581
State avg $13,745
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Schools in Copper River Census Area, Alaska — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Copper River Census Area, Alaska?
Six public schools provide education for 434 students within this rural census area. The infrastructure includes one elementary school, one high school, and four schools covering all grade levels.
How do schools in Copper River Census Area perform academically?
The area maintains a 74.0% graduation rate, slightly below the state's 79.0% average. Per-pupil spending stands at $11,581, while the overall school score of 55.0 remains competitive with many other rural Alaskan regions.
What are the major school districts in Copper River Census Area, Alaska?
The Copper River School District is the primary educator here, managing five of the six schools and 400 students. There are no charter schools available, making the local district the main path for all students.
What is the school experience like in Copper River Census Area?
Every school is rural, and the average size is 72 students per campus. Upstream Learning Correspondence is the largest program with 120 students, followed by Glennallen Elementary which serves 108 pupils.
How can I find homes near good schools in Copper River Census Area, Alaska?
Families looking for a small-town atmosphere will find it in the Glennallen area where the largest schools are located. Consider the diverse mix of correspondence and traditional schooling when choosing your next home here.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.