Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knik Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knik Elementary School serves the southern part of Wasilla, AK, covering an area of approximately 265.6 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 39.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knik Elementary School's student population of 263 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knik 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 Knik Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#190 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-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 Knik Elementary School's ranking?
Knik Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Knik Elementary School often compared to?
Knik Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Bay Elementary School, Dena'ina Elementary School, Snowshoe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Knik Elementary School?
263 students attend Knik Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Knik Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knik Elementary School?
Knik Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knik Elementary School offer ?
Knik Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knik Elementary School part of?
Knik Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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