Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottonwood Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School's student population of 422 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Creek Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#115 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
19%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Cottonwood Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finger Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Creek Elementary School?
422 students attend Cottonwood Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cottonwood Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Creek Elementary School?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Creek Elementary School part of?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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