Knik Elementary School
245 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Knik Elementary School, located in Wasilla, Alaska, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By leveraging its location in the heart of the Mat-Su Valley, Knik Elementary integrates community values into its educational approach, striving to prepare its students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that addresses both core academic subjects and social-emotional well-being.
As part of the Mat-Su school system, Knik Elementary places a strong focus on collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community to ensure a holistic development for every child. The school utilizes its digital platform to maintain transparency and communication with families, providing essential resources, school calendars, and policy updates. Through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel empowered to explore their interests and achieve their highest potential within a safe and structured setting.
As part of the Mat-Su school system, Knik Elementary places a strong focus on collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community to ensure a holistic development for every child. The school utilizes its digital platform to maintain transparency and communication with families, providing essential resources, school calendars, and policy updates. Through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and modern educational practices, the school aims to cultivate a positive school culture where students feel empowered to explore their interests and achieve their highest potential within a safe and structured setting.
245
Total Students
19.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 157 |
| Hispanic | 23 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 35 |
| American Indian | 23 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White157 (64.1 %)
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Two or More35 (14.3 %)
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Hispanic23 (9.4 %)
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American Indian23 (9.4 %)
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Asian4 (1.6 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District |
| Phone: | (907)352-0300 |
| Website: | http://www.matsuk12.us/kne |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 245 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 102 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 25 |
Grades Taught
Grade 3
78
Grade 4
92
Grade 5
75
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 3 | 78 |
| Grade 4 | 92 |
| Grade 5 | 75 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 124 | 50.6% |
| Male | 121 | 49.4% |
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