Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#84 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School's ranking?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School often compared to?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Shaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School?
476 students attend Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School offer ?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School part of?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School located?
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Wasilla, AK.
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