Very Good
#96 of 412 schools in AK
Top 23% in state
Cottonwood Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
800 N Seward Meridian, Wasilla, AK 99645
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#96 of 412
In Wasilla
#6 of 24
public schools
In district
#10 of 45
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Cottonwood Creek Elementary
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About Cottonwood Creek Elementary
Cottonwood Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Wasilla, AK, part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Cottonwood Creek Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottonwood Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Cottonwood Creek Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Cottonwood Creek Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cottonwood Creek Elementary — Students at Cottonwood Creek Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Cottonwood Creek Elementary Compares
See how Cottonwood Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
800 N Seward Meridian, Wasilla, AK 99645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pioneer Peak Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Palmer), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Larson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wasilla, see our Wasilla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fronteras Charter School Wasilla | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School Wasilla | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mat-Su Day School Wasilla | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Knik Charter Correspondence School Wasilla | 0.7 mi | — |
| Knik Charter School Wasilla | 0.7 mi | — |
| Teeland Middle School Wasilla | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Larson Elementary Wasilla | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| John Shaw Elementary Wasilla | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School Wasilla | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Finger Lake Elementary Wasilla | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Wasilla High School Wasilla | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Wasilla Middle School Wasilla | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Mat-Su Central School Wasilla | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Iditarod Elementary Wasilla | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Birchtree Charter School Palmer | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Twindly Bridge Charter School Wasilla | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Tanaina Elementary Wasilla | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Peak Elementary Palmer | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Mat-Su Middle College School Palmer | 4.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Burchell High School Wasilla | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,069
Median Home Value
$338,400
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
31,494
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Airport Heights Elementary Anchorage, AK | 7.4 |
| Weller Elementary Fairbanks, AK | 7.4 |
| Barnette Magnet School Fairbanks, AK | 7.5 |
| Kincaid Elementary Anchorage, AK | 7.5 |
| Auke Bay Elementary Juneau, AK | 7.6 |
| John Shaw Elementary Wasilla, AK | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Creek Elementary
What grades does Cottonwood Creek Elementary serve?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cottonwood Creek Elementary?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Creek Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottonwood Creek Elementary rank in AK?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary ranks #96 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Cottonwood Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottonwood Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cottonwood Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottonwood Creek Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cottonwood Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Cottonwood Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottonwood Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cottonwood Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottonwood Creek Elementary?
40.0% of students at Cottonwood Creek Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Matanuska-Susitna Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (907) 864-2100
Resources & Links
District
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 19,421
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,575
- District Rank
- #10 of 45
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