Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knik Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knik Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Knik Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knik Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knik Elementary School's ranking?
Knik Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Knik Elementary School often compared to?
Knik Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Bay Elementary School, Dena'ina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Knik Elementary School?
268 students attend Knik Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Knik Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knik Elementary School?
Knik Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knik Elementary School offer ?
Knik Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knik Elementary School part of?
Knik Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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