Very Good
#134 of 412 schools in AK
Top 32% in state
Glacier View School
School · Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
65975 S Wolverine Circle, Sutton, AK 99674
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#134 of 412
In Sutton
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#16 of 45
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Glacier View School
Glacier View School is a public school in Sutton, AK, part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Glacier View School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Glacier View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Glacier View School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- AK avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Glacier View School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Glacier View School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Glacier View School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Glacier View School — Students at Glacier View School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
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: 7.9/10.
How Glacier View School Compares
See how Glacier View School 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
65975 S Wolverine Circle, Sutton, AK 99674
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99674 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,809
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$882/mo
Population
1,473
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
82.9%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
51.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glacier View School
What grades does Glacier View School serve?
Glacier View School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Glacier View School?
Glacier View School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glacier View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glacier View School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glacier View School rank in AK?
Glacier View School ranks #134 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Glacier View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glacier View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Glacier View School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glacier View School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glacier View School a charter school?
No, Glacier View School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glacier View School a Title I school?
No, Glacier View School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glacier View School?
45.2% of students at Glacier View School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Matanuska-Susitna Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (907) 861-5650
Resources & Links
District
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 19,421
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,575
- District Rank
- #16 of 45
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