TANAINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tanaina 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 423 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 25 teachers, Tanaina Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Tanaina Elementary School, located in Wasilla, Alaska, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By integrating standard curriculum with a focus on community values, Tanaina strives to prepare young learners for their transition into middle school while encouraging a lifelong interest in education.

In addition to its core classroom instruction, Tanaina Elementary places a strong emphasis on family and community involvement. The school maintains a digital presence through its official district page, which provides parents and guardians with essential resources, updates on school events, and information regarding extracurricular opportunities. By promoting active communication between staff, students, and families, the school works to create a collaborative atmosphere that helps meet the diverse needs of the Wasilla community.

For more information, contact Tanaina Elementary at (907) 352-9400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.