Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Butte Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butte Elementary serves the southern part of Palmer, AK, covering an area of approximately 216.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 12.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butte Elementary School's student population of 263 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butte Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butte Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte Elementary School's ranking?
Butte Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Butte Elementary School?
263 students attend Butte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Butte Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butte Elementary School?
Butte Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Butte Elementary School offer ?
Butte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butte Elementary School part of?
Butte Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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