Mat–su Central School in Wasilla, AK is a primarily virtual public K–12 school with an enrollment of 2,558 students and a student–teacher ratio of 98:1 as of 2023, significantly higher than typical public schools in Alaska.
Math proficiency is 37%, which is higher than the state average of 32% but lower than the district average of 41%; reading proficiency at 50% is higher than both the state average of 29% and the district average of 32%.
The graduation rate is 70%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78% and the Matanuska–Susitna Borough School District average of 80%, showing a slight decline from 75% in 2019.
The school's overall ranking declined from #36 in 2022 to #112 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in recent performance relative to other Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment accounts for approximately 25% of the student body, comprising American Indian, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hawaiian, and multiracial students; enrollment has increased from 1,195 students in 2011 to 2,558 in 2023, reflecting rapid school growth.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,780 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mat-Su Central School serves the southern part of its school district in Wasilla, AK, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,962.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and the furthest edge located about 62.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mat-su Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mat-su Central School's student population of 2,780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
2,780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mat-su Central 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 Mat-su Central School is 0.43, 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
#112 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mat-su Central School's ranking?
Mat-su Central School is ranked #112 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Mat-su Central School often compared to?
Mat-su Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mat-su Career & Tech Educational High School, Colony High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mat-su Central School?
The graduation rate of Mat-su Central School is 70%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mat-su Central School?
2,780 students attend Mat-su Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mat-su Central School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Mat-su Central School offer ?
Mat-su Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Mat-su Central School part of?
Mat-su Central School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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