Knik Charter School serves 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50% in AK)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knik Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Knik Charter School's student population of 189 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Knik Charter School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
38%
21%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
23%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Knik Charter School?
189 students attend Knik Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Knik Charter School students are American Indian, 29% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knik Charter School?
Knik Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knik Charter School offer ?
Knik Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Knik Charter School part of?
Knik Charter School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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