Colony High School vs Finger Lake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colony High School
Palmer · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,046 students
Finger Lake Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
445 students
| Measure | Colony High School Palmer, Alaska | Finger Lake Elementary Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #33 of 49 | #27 of 159 |
| National rank | #12903 of 16,910 | #12869 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,046 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 1,046 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.3% | 41.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 63% |
| city | Palmer | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Finger Lake Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 31.9).
- •Finger Lake Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 19%).
- •Finger Lake Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 30%).
- •Colony High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 41.3%).
- •Finger Lake Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 20.5).
- •Colony High School is the larger school with 1,046 students compared with 445.
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 Colony High School better than Finger Lake Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Finger Lake Elementary ranks higher (67.8 vs 31.9 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 Colony High School and Finger Lake Elementary?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Palmer and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colony High School: 1,046. Finger Lake Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colony High School and Finger Lake Elementary rank in Alaska?
Colony High School is 33rd of 49 and Finger Lake Elementary is 27th of 159 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).