Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Butte 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Butte Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butte Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butte Elementary 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
#157 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte Elementary School's ranking?
Butte Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 443 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Butte Elementary School?
270 students attend Butte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Butte Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butte Elementary School?
Butte Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butte Elementary School offer ?
Butte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Butte Elementary School part of?
Butte Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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