Dena'ina Elementary School
396 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Dena’ina Elementary School, located in Wasilla, Alaska, is a primary educational institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and character development. The school’s name honors the Dena’ina people, the original indigenous inhabitants of the region, reflecting a commitment to cultural respect and local heritage within the Mat-Su Valley.
The school utilizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities and community-building initiatives. As part of the larger district, Dena’ina Elementary benefits from resources that focus on modern instructional practices, student safety, and collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and the surrounding Wasilla community. For families looking for specific information regarding school events, academic calendars, or district policies, the school maintains an active presence through its official portal at [matsuk12.us/dne](http://www.matsuk12.us/dne).
The school utilizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities and community-building initiatives. As part of the larger district, Dena’ina Elementary benefits from resources that focus on modern instructional practices, student safety, and collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and the surrounding Wasilla community. For families looking for specific information regarding school events, academic calendars, or district policies, the school maintains an active presence through its official portal at [matsuk12.us/dne](http://www.matsuk12.us/dne).
396
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 220 |
| Hispanic | 35 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 94 |
| American Indian | 43 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White220 (55.6%)
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Two or More94 (23.7%)
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American Indian43 (10.9%)
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Hispanic35 (8.8%)
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Asian3 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District |
| Phone: | (907)864-5600 |
| Website: | http://www.matsuk12.us/dne |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 396 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 182 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
33
Kindergarten
54
Grade 1
65
Grade 2
60
Grade 3
69
Grade 4
47
Grade 5
68
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 33 |
| Kindergarten | 54 |
| Grade 1 | 65 |
| Grade 2 | 60 |
| Grade 3 | 69 |
| Grade 4 | 47 |
| Grade 5 | 68 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 181 | 45.7% |
| Male | 215 | 54.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
Charter School
189 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th