Serving 2,254 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mat-su Central School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,254 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Top 50% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mat-su Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mat-su Central School's student population of 2,254 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mat-su Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mat-su Central School is 0.41, 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
#36 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mat-su Central School's ranking?
Mat-su Central School is ranked #36 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Mat-su Central School often compared to?
Mat-su Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like mat-su career & tech Educational high, Colony High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mat-su Central School?
The graduation rate of Mat-su Central School is 71%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mat-su Central School?
2,254 students attend Mat-su Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mat-su Central School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Mat-su Central School offer ?
Mat-su Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mat-su Central School part of?
Mat-su Central School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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