Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tanaina 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tanaina Elementary serves the southern part of Wasilla, AK, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tanaina Elementary School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tanaina 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 Tanaina Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#205 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
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)55.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
4%
Showing 2008–2021. 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 Tanaina Elementary School's ranking?
Tanaina Elementary School is ranked #205 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Tanaina Elementary School?
324 students attend Tanaina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Tanaina Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tanaina Elementary School?
Tanaina Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tanaina Elementary School offer ?
Tanaina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tanaina Elementary School part of?
Tanaina Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Tanaina Elementary School located?
Tanaina Elementary School is located in the Tanaina neighborhood of Wasilla, AK. There are 1 other public schools located in Tanaina.
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