Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denaina 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denaina Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Denaina Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denaina Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denaina Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#157 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denaina Elementary School's ranking?
Denaina Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Denaina Elementary School often compared to?
Denaina Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Bay Elementary School, Knik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Denaina Elementary School?
420 students attend Denaina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Denaina Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denaina Elementary School?
Denaina Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denaina Elementary School offer ?
Denaina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Denaina Elementary School part of?
Denaina Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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