TALKEETNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Talkeetna Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Talkeetna, AK with about 120 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 10 teachers, Talkeetna Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Talkeetna Elementary is a small, rural public school serving the community of Talkeetna, Alaska, as part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Nestled in a region known for its rugged natural beauty and outdoor culture, the school focuses on providing a supportive and tight-knit learning environment for its students. By fostering a strong connection between the school and the local community, the staff emphasizes core academics while encouraging the values of curiosity, resilience, and stewardship of the Alaskan environment.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating local history and environmental science into daily lessons to make learning relevant to the students' unique surroundings. Because of its location, Talkeetna Elementary maintains a distinct identity that balances high educational standards with the personalized attention possible in a smaller setting. Through various school events and community engagement initiatives, the institution serves as a central hub for families, aiming to prepare students not only for middle school success but also to be active, contributing members of their community.

For more information, contact Talkeetna Elementary at (907) 733-9400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.