Academy Charter School vs Swanson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 602 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy Charter School
Palmer · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
268 students
Swanson Elementary
Palmer · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
348 students
| Measure | Academy Charter School Palmer, Alaska | Swanson Elementary Palmer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1 of 159 | #40 of 159 |
| National rank | #1845 of 50,301 | #14942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 268 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 47.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Palmer | Palmer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.4 vs 64.8).
- •Swanson Elementary is the larger school with 348 students compared with 268.
- •Academy Charter School is a charter school while Swanson Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academy Charter School better than Swanson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Academy Charter School ranks higher (86.4 vs 64.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Academy Charter School and Swanson Elementary?
About 602 m in a straight line, between Palmer and Palmer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy Charter School: 268. Swanson Elementary: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy Charter School and Swanson Elementary rank in Alaska?
Academy Charter School is 1st of 159 and Swanson Elementary is 40th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).