Serving 14 students in grades 6-12, Mat-su Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mat-su Secondary School's student population of 14 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mat-su Secondary School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mat-su Secondary School often compared to?
Mat-su Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Pathways, Burchell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mat-su Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mat-su Secondary School is 50%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mat-su Secondary School?
14 students attend Mat-su Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mat-su Secondary School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mat-su Secondary School?
Mat-su Secondary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mat-su Secondary School offer ?
Mat-su Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mat-su Secondary School part of?
Mat-su Secondary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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