Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dena'ina 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dena'ina Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dena'ina Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dena'ina Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dena'ina Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#228 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
26%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dena'ina Elementary School's ranking?
Dena'ina Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Dena'ina Elementary School often compared to?
Dena'ina Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knik Elementary School, Goose Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Dena'ina Elementary School?
384 students attend Dena'ina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dena'ina Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dena'ina Elementary School?
Dena'ina Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dena'ina Elementary School offer ?
Dena'ina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dena'ina Elementary School part of?
Dena'ina Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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