Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tanaina 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 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), 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: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tanaina Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat 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
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tanaina 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 Tanaina 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
#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)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tanaina Elementary School's ranking?
Tanaina Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
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 Tanaina Elementary School?
385 students attend Tanaina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tanaina Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tanaina Elementary School?
Tanaina Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tanaina Elementary School offer ?
Tanaina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tanaina Elementary School part of?
Tanaina Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Tanaina Elementary School located?
Tanaina Elementary School is located in the Tanaina neighborhood of Wasilla, AK. There are 1 other public schools located in Tanaina.
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