Larson Elementary School serves 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Larson Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Larson Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larson Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Larson 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
#49 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
1%
3%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larson Elementary School's ranking?
Larson Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Larson Elementary School?
329 students attend Larson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Larson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larson Elementary School?
Larson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larson Elementary School offer ?
Larson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Larson Elementary School part of?
Larson Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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