For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 354 students in Talkeetna, AK.
The top-ranked public schools in Talkeetna, AK are Talkeetna Elementary School and Susitna Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Talkeetna, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Talkeetna have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Talkeetna, AK (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Talkeetna Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13930 E Timberwolf Lp
Talkeetna, AK 99676
(907) 733-9400
Talkeetna, AK 99676
(907) 733-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Susitna Valley High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
42728 S Parks Hwy
Talkeetna, AK 99676
(907) 733-9300
Talkeetna, AK 99676
(907) 733-9300
Gr: 6-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Talkeetna, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Talkeetna, AK include Talkeetna Elementary School and Susitna Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Talkeetna?
2 public schools are located in Talkeetna.
What is the racial composition of students in Talkeetna?
Talkeetna public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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