Swanson Elementary School serves 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Attendance Zone: Swanson Elementary serves the southern part of Palmer, AK, covering an area of approximately 51.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swanson Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swanson Elementary School is 0.57, 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
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-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 schools are Swanson Elementary School often compared to?
Swanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finger Lake Elementary School, Pioneer Peak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Swanson Elementary School?
348 students attend Swanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Swanson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanson Elementary School?
Swanson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swanson Elementary School offer ?
Swanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swanson Elementary School part of?
Swanson Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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