Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Twindly Bridge Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twindly Bridge Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Twindly Bridge Charter School's student population of 563 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twindly Bridge Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twindly Bridge Charter School is 0.27, 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
#71 out of 443 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twindly Bridge Charter School's ranking?
Twindly Bridge Charter School is ranked #71 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Twindly Bridge Charter School often compared to?
Twindly Bridge Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Charter School, Pioneer Peak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Twindly Bridge Charter School?
The graduation rate of Twindly Bridge Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 77%.
How many students attend Twindly Bridge Charter School?
563 students attend Twindly Bridge Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Twindly Bridge Charter School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Twindly Bridge Charter School offer ?
Twindly Bridge Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Twindly Bridge Charter School part of?
Twindly Bridge Charter School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Twindly Bridge Charter School located?
Twindly Bridge Charter School is located in the Tanaina neighborhood of Wasilla, AK. There are 1 other public schools located in Tanaina.
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