Knik Charter School serves 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knik Charter School's student population of 156 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Knik Charter School is 0.70, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
41%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
28%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
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
How many students attend Knik Charter School?
156 students attend Knik Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Knik Charter School students are American Indian, 28% of students are Two or more races, 24% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knik Charter School?
Knik Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knik Charter School offer ?
Knik Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Knik Charter School part of?
Knik Charter School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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