JOHN SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John Shaw Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Wasilla, AK with about 447 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, John Shaw Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John Shaw Elementary is a public school located in Wasilla, Alaska, and serves as part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Situated on East Paradise Lane, the school provides an educational environment tailored to primary-aged students, focusing on fundamental academic development and character growth. It operates under the district’s broader mission to provide high-quality learning opportunities that prepare students for future academic success within the unique context of the Mat-Su Valley community.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Wasilla area, acting as a central hub for families and neighborhood children. By utilizing the resources of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, John Shaw Elementary emphasizes standard curriculum delivery while fostering a supportive classroom culture. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates, school calendars, and academic resources through the district’s official website at http://www.matsuk12.us/jse, which serves as the primary portal for school-home communication and administrative information.

For more information, contact John Shaw Elementary at (907) 352-0500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.