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Mat-su Secondary School
High School · Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
581 S E Outer Springer Lp, Palmer, AK 99645
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Mat-su Secondary School
High School in Palmer · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mat-su Secondary School
Mat-su Secondary School is a public high school in Palmer, AK, part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Mat-su Secondary School serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Mat-su Secondary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 14 students, Mat-su Secondary 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 581 S E Outer Springer Lp, Palmer, AK 99645
- Website
- matsuk12.us
- Phone
- (907) 761-7238
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 10 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
581 S E Outer Springer Lp, Palmer, AK 99645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mat-su Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mat-Su Middle College School (rated 7.7/10, 4.5 miles away). Another option is Colony High School (rated 6.0/10, 3.9 miles away). Additionally, Palmer High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Palmer, see our Palmer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer Middle School Palmer | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy Charter School Palmer | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Swanson Elementary Palmer | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sherrod Elementary Palmer | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Palmer High School Palmer | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| AMAZING GRACE ACADEMY Palmer | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Valley Pathways Palmer | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Butte Elementary Palmer | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Colony High School Palmer | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Colony Middle School Palmer | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| YA NE DAH AH SCHOOL Palmer | 6.9 mi | — |
| Mat-Su Middle College School Palmer | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Pioneer Peak Elementary Palmer | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Birchtree Charter School Palmer | 5.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Finger Lake Elementary Wasilla | 6.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School Wasilla | 7.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Knik Charter Correspondence School Wasilla | 7.8 mi | — |
| Knik Charter School Wasilla | 7.8 mi | — |
| Mat-Su Day School Wasilla | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Fronteras Charter School Wasilla | 8.4 mi | 5.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mat-su Secondary School
What grades does Mat-su Secondary School serve?
Mat-su Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Mat-su Secondary School?
Mat-su Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mat-su Secondary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mat-su Secondary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Mat-su Secondary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mat-su Secondary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2017).
Is Mat-su Secondary School a charter school?
No, Mat-su Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mat-su Secondary School a Title I school?
No, Mat-su Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Matanuska-Susitna Borough
- Phone
- (907) 761-7238
Resources & Links
District
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 19,421
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,575
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