Serving 54 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sutton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutton Elementary serves the southeastern part of Sutton, AK, covering an area of approximately 121 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutton Elementary School's student population of 54 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sutton 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 Sutton Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#163 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
28%
13%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
4%
Showing 2009–2021. 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 Sutton Elementary School's ranking?
Sutton Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sutton Elementary School?
54 students attend Sutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sutton Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutton Elementary School?
Sutton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sutton Elementary School offer ?
Sutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sutton Elementary School part of?
Sutton Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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