Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Shaw Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John Shaw Elementary serves the southern part of Wasilla, AK, covering an area of approximately 38.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Shaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John Shaw Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Shaw Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Shaw Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#115 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-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 John Shaw Elementary School's ranking?
John Shaw Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are John Shaw Elementary School often compared to?
John Shaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School, Meadow Lakes Elementary School, Goose Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend John Shaw Elementary School?
507 students attend John Shaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of John Shaw Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Shaw Elementary School?
John Shaw Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does John Shaw Elementary School offer ?
John Shaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Shaw Elementary School part of?
John Shaw Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is John Shaw Elementary School located?
John Shaw Elementary School is located in the Lakes neighborhood of Wasilla, AK. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakes.
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