For the 2025 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 10,433 students in 99654, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 166 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 99654, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 99654, AK are Midnight Sun Family Learning Center, Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School and Larson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99654 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99654, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99654, AK Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7275 W Midnight Sun Cir
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 357-6786
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 357-6786
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4961 E Nelson Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2300
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Larson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2722 E Seldon Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-2300
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Mat-su Central School
(Math: 37% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E Railroad Ave #6
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-7480
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-7480
Gr: K-12 | 2,558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 102:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
John Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 E Paradise Ln
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0500
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Fronteras Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2315 N Seward Meridian Pky
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 376-2223
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 376-2223
Gr: K-8 | 347 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Teeland Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2788 N Seward Meridian Pkwy
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-7500
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 657 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Snowshoe Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 W Fairview Loop
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9500
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #99.
Mat-su Career & Tech Educational High School
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2472 N Seward Meridian Pkwy
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0400
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 723 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #1010.
Finger Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5981 Eek St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2200
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1111.
Tanaina Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2550 Lucille St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9400
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1212.
Twindly Bridge Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
141 E Seldon Rd Ste C
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 376-6680
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 376-6680
Gr: K-12 | 592 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 99:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #1313.
Iditarod Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
455 E Carpenter Cir
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9100
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9100
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1414.
Wasilla Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Bogard Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-5300
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1515.
Wasilla High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 E Bogard Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-8200
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 859 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1616.
Burchell High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1775 W Parks Hwy
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2600
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1717.
Mat-su Day School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2360 N Tait Dr
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6000
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6000
Gr: K-12 | 81 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1818.
Meadow Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1741 Pittman Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6100
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
6400 Hollywood Blvd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6400
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6400
Gr: PK-2 | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter Correspondence School
Charter School
758 N Shoreline Dr.
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Gr: PK-12 | 29 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter School
Charter School
758 N Shoreline Dr.
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Gr: PK-12 | 156 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99654, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99654, AK include Midnight Sun Family Learning Center, Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School and Larson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99654?
21 public schools are located in 99654.
What percentage of students in 99654 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 99654 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99654?
99654 public schools minority enrollment is 32% 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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