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).
396
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dena'ina Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White220
Hispanic35
Asian3
Two or More94
American Indian43
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    220 (55.6%)
  • Two or More
    94 (23.7%)
  • American Indian
    43 (10.9%)
  • Hispanic
    35 (8.8%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dena'ina Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten33
Kindergarten54
Grade 165
Grade 260
Grade 369
Grade 447
Grade 568
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dena'ina Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18145.7%
Male21554.3%