Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than 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 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larson Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larson 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 Larson Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#149 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
13%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larson Elementary School's ranking?
Larson Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Larson Elementary School often compared to?
Larson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iditarod Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Larson Elementary School?
369 students attend Larson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Larson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 Larson Elementary School?
Larson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Larson Elementary School offer ?
Larson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Larson Elementary School part of?
Larson Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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