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Trapper Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
PO Box 13108, Trapper Creek, AK 99683
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Trapper Creek Elementary
Elementary School in Trapper Creek · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trapper Creek Elementary
Trapper Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Trapper Creek, AK, part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Trapper Creek Elementary serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 24:1 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 Trapper Creek Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 24 students, Trapper Creek Elementary 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.
Trapper Creek Elementary runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Trapper Creek Elementary 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Address
- PO Box 13108, Trapper Creek, AK 99683
- Website
- matsuk12.us/tce
- Phone
- (907) 733-9451
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 13108, Trapper Creek, AK 99683
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trapper Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Talkeetna Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Talkeetna). Additionally, Susitna Valley High (rated 5.7/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Talkeetna). For more schools in Trapper Creek, see our Trapper Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
2 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Talkeetna Elementary Talkeetna | 6.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Susitna Valley High Talkeetna | 15.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,281
Median Home Value
$204,900
Population
584
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
93.5%
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
60.8
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| BRISTOL BAY CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER King Salmon, AK | — |
| Moose Pass School Moose Pass, AK | — |
| Zackar Levi Elementary Lower Kalskag, AK | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trapper Creek Elementary
What grades does Trapper Creek Elementary serve?
Trapper Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Trapper Creek Elementary?
Trapper Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trapper Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Trapper Creek Elementary is 24:1. 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 Trapper Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trapper Creek Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Trapper Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Trapper Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trapper Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Trapper Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trapper Creek Elementary?
91.7% of students at Trapper 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
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Matanuska-Susitna Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (907) 733-9451
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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