School Profile

River City Academy

Home of the Orcas!

Vision

At River City Academy, we envision a positive and accepting learning community where every student is valued for their unique strengths and supported in developing the skills needed for lifelong success.

Mission

River City Academy values student growth and unique strengths. We focus on Cognitive Skills, growth mindset, and success habits. Through mentoring and teaching until mastery, we help students overcome challenges and apply their learning in the real world.

Contact

907.714.6400

Email River City

46188 Sterling Highway
Soldotna, AK 99669

kpbsd.org/schools/River-City-Academy

River City Academy Facebook

Demographics

  • Principal Tenure: 3 years as principal; 10 years with KPBSD
  • 6 Certified staff
  • 2 Classified staff
  • 17:1 P/T ratio
  • average Staff years of service
  • 85 Enrollment

Intervention Support

At River City Academy, our small size of 85 students allows for personalized support and close relationships. With the same teachers year to year, students benefit from consistent guidance and small group opportunities. Weekly check-ins during mentoring classes ensure individual progress, while in-class special education support and personalized learning options help every student succeed.

Academics Assessment

  • MAP –
    • 10th graders scored in the 98% percentile for growth in MATH SCORES on the MAP test. They went from an achievement in the 53rd percentile to an average achievement in the 70th percentile.
  • 22-23 Alaska Science Assessment-
    • 72.22% of students proficient or advanced in science

Secondary Specific

  • Graduation Rate: 72.73%
  • 5 year Cohort Graduation rate 81.82%
  • 5 year Cohort Graduation rate: Females = 100%
  • 5 year Cohort Graduation rate: Students with disabilities 100%
  • Dual Enrollment
    Middle College enrollment is encouraged. Students are provided support on enrolling in dual credit courses for their Junior and Senior years.

School Projects/Initiatives

  • At River City Academy, students engage in diverse initiatives and projects like Student Council leadership, Exploration Classes, Career Skill development, our Annual Film Festival, and FACs class snack sales, all designed to foster creativity, leadership, and practical skills.

Course Offering Highlights

  • Career and Secondary transition classes

School Climate and Mindset Key Data

At River City Academy, 90% of students report feeling encouraged to do their best, and 83% say their teachers care about their health and well-being. While we strive for 100%, these results reflect a positive foundation of support and growth in our school community.

State Report Card to the Public

School Culture Highlights

River City Academy fosters a welcoming and inclusive culture where all students are known and celebrated for their successes at school. Through mentoring, schoolwide team building, and regular celebrations, students build strong relationships and a sense of community. Weekly whole-school meetings and an active Student Council encourage students to advocate for themselves and their community, ensuring every voice is heard. Students receive coaching to advocate for their own educational needs and to take responsibility for their own educational success.

Family and Community Engagements/Highlights

At River City Academy, community engagement is a key focus. Students participate in college presentations, a school-wide recycling program, and environmental science trips to local sites like the landfill, the Marathon refinery, and the Kenai River. We also organize cleanups on the Tsalteshi trails and along the river, and offer exploration classes taught by volunteer community members in CPR, first aid, dance, and art. These initiatives help students connect with and contribute to the community.