Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, Wasilla Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wasilla Middle School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Wasilla Middle 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 Wasilla Middle School is 0.58, 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
#260 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Wasilla Middle School's ranking?
Wasilla Middle School is ranked #260 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Wasilla Middle School often compared to?
Wasilla Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teeland Middle School, Colony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Wasilla Middle School?
584 students attend Wasilla Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wasilla Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wasilla Middle School?
Wasilla Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wasilla Middle School offer ?
Wasilla Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wasilla Middle School part of?
Wasilla Middle School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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