MAT-SU CAREER & TECH ED HIGH SCHOOL

Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School is a public high school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Wasilla, AK with about 656 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School 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.

Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School (CTEHS) is a specialized magnet school located in Wasilla, Alaska, designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation integrated with hands-on professional training. Unlike a traditional high school, CTEHS focuses on career readiness by offering specialized "pathways" that allow students to develop industry-specific skills in fields such as engineering, health sciences, digital arts, culinary arts, and information technology. The school emphasizes project-based learning, which connects classroom theory to real-world applications, preparing students for both post-secondary education and immediate entry into the workforce.

The school operates with a unique culture that mimics a professional workplace, fostering a sense of maturity and independence among its students. Because it is a magnet school, it serves students from across the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District who are looking for a more focused, technical, and pre-professional educational environment. By partnering with local businesses and industry experts, Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School ensures that its curriculum remains relevant, helping students earn industry certifications and college credits while they complete their high school diplomas.

For more information, contact Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School at (907) 352-0400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.