Swanson Elementary School serves 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swanson Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swanson Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
21%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
42.5%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Swanson Elementary School often compared to?
Swanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Peak Elementary School, Finger Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Swanson Elementary School?
348 students attend Swanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Swanson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanson Elementary School?
Swanson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swanson Elementary School offer ?
Swanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swanson Elementary School part of?
Swanson Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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