Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iditarod Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iditarod Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iditarod Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iditarod Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#232 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
22%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
4%
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 Iditarod Elementary School's ranking?
Iditarod Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Iditarod Elementary School often compared to?
Iditarod Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Creek Elementary School, Larson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Iditarod Elementary School?
424 students attend Iditarod Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Iditarod Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iditarod Elementary School?
Iditarod Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Iditarod Elementary School offer ?
Iditarod Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Iditarod Elementary School part of?
Iditarod Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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