Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snowshoe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than 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 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowshoe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Snowshoe Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Snowshoe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowshoe 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
#179 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trailblazers
- The mission of Snowshoe Elementary School is to partner with families and the community to provide a safe, engaging learning environment to empower students to become productive citizens and life-long learners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowshoe Elementary School's ranking?
Snowshoe Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Snowshoe Elementary School often compared to?
Snowshoe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Snowshoe Elementary School?
346 students attend Snowshoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Snowshoe Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snowshoe Elementary School?
Snowshoe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Snowshoe Elementary School offer ?
Snowshoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Snowshoe Elementary School part of?
Snowshoe Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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