Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knik Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knik Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Knik Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knik 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 Knik Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#162 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knik Elementary School's ranking?
Knik Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Knik Elementary School often compared to?
Knik Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Bay Elementary School, Snowshoe Elementary School, Denaina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Knik Elementary School?
265 students attend Knik Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Knik Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knik Elementary School?
Knik Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knik Elementary School offer ?
Knik Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Knik Elementary School part of?
Knik Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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