For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 3,728 students in 99654, AK.
The top ranked public preschools in 99654, AK are Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School, Larson Elementary School and John Shaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99654 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99654, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best 99654, AK Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4961 E Nelson Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2300
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #22.
Larson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2722 E Seldon Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-2300
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #33.
John Shaw Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3750 E Paradise Ln
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0500
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0500
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Rank: #44.
Snowshoe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 W Fairview Loop
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9500
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9500
Grades: PK-5
| 340 students
Rank: #55.
Finger Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5981 Eek St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2200
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Iditarod Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
455 E Carpenter Cir
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9100
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9100
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Tanaina Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2550 Lucille St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9400
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9400
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #88.
Meadow Lakes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1741 Pittman Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6100
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6100
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Rank: n/an/a
Goose Bay Elementary School
Magnet School
6400 Hollywood Blvd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6400
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6400
Grades: PK-2
| 336 students
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter Correspondence School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
758 Shoreline Drive
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Grades: PK-12
| 37 students
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
758 Shoreline Drive
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Grades: PK-12
| 98 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 99654, AK?
The top ranked public preschools in 99654, AK include Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School, Larson Elementary School and John Shaw Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99654?
11 public preschools are located in 99654.
What is the racial composition of students in 99654?
99654 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).
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