Best Schools in Talkeetna, Alaska
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Talkeetna Elementary
Elementary · Matanuska-susitna Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Susitna Valley High
High · Matanuska-susitna Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$247,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$247,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Talkeetna
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Talkeetna Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Susitna Valley High | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $62,000
- Median home value
- $247,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Talkeetna compares
Median household income
$62k
92% of Alaska median
About Schools in Talkeetna, Alaska
Talkeetna, Alaska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Talkeetna show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Talkeetna is Talkeetna Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Talkeetna is served by 1 school district: Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 19,421 students.
Talkeetna's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,000. The poverty rate in the area is 11.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 108 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 236 students · 6th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Talkeetna
Talkeetna, Alaska · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,000
Median Home Value
$247,000
Median Rent
$862/mo
Population
1,754
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Community Profile
Talkeetna has a median household income of $62,000. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $247,000, with a median rent of $862/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Common questions about schools in Talkeetna, Alaska
How many schools are in Talkeetna, Alaska?
Talkeetna has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Talkeetna is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Talkeetna on MySchoolScout is Talkeetna Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Talkeetna on MySchoolScout is Talkeetna Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The top-ranked high school in Talkeetna on MySchoolScout is Susitna Valley High with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Talkeetna, Alaska?
Talkeetna is served by 1 school district: Matanuska-susitna Borough School District.
What is the education level in Talkeetna, Alaska?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Talkeetna have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The median household income in Talkeetna is approximately $62,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Talkeetna, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Talkeetna is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Talkeetna, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.