American Charter Academy vs Knik Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Charter Academy
Wasilla · Charter other · Grades K–12
193 students
Knik Elementary School
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades K–5
263 students
| Measure | American Charter Academy Wasilla, Alaska | Knik Elementary School Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #68 of 159 |
| National rank | – | #21091 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 193 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 193 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 59% |
| city | Wasilla | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Charter Academy does better on math proficiency (72% vs 59%).
- •American Charter Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •American Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.4).
- •Knik Elementary School is the larger school with 263 students compared with 193.
- •American Charter Academy is a charter school while Knik Elementary School 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 American Charter Academy better than Knik Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are American Charter Academy and Knik Elementary School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Wasilla and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Charter Academy: 193. Knik Elementary School: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Charter Academy and Knik Elementary School rank in Alaska?
American Charter Academy is unranked and Knik Elementary School is 68th of 159 among other schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).