FINGER LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Finger Lake 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 412 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, Finger Lake Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Finger Lake Elementary is a public school located in Wasilla, Alaska, and serves as part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Situated in a suburban setting, the school provides an educational environment for students in grades PK–5. It is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development, utilizing the district's standardized curriculum while encouraging a supportive community atmosphere typical of schools in the Mat-Su region.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, integrating core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with opportunities for creative and physical development. With a commitment to the success of every student, Finger Lake Elementary focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the local community. By leveraging the resources of the larger Mat-Su Borough School District, the school strives to prepare its young learners for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Finger Lake Elementary at (907) 864-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.